Solid insecticidal composition for controlling cartap degradation

Abstract

The present invention provides a method for controlling the degradation of cartap in a solid insecticidal composition of wettable powder (WP) or water dispersible granule (WDG / WG). The method comprises a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) optionally an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster, wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0. the degradation of cartap in said solid composition is less than 5% per weight after 14 days at 25 °C.

Description

[0001] TITLE: SOLID INSECTICIDAL COMPOSITION FOR CONTROLLING INSECTICIDE DEGRADATION

[0002] FIELD OF INVENTION:

[0003] The present invention relates to an insecticidal composition comprising cartap and optionally additional insecticide, and the use thereof.

[0004] SUMMARY:

[0005] The present invention is directed to a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) optionally an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0006] The present invention is directed to a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in the solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25 °C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0007] The present invention is directed to a method for controlling the degradation of cartap in a solid insecticidal composition, wherein the composition comprising a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in the solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25 °C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0, wherein the degradation of cartap is less than 5%, after 14 days at025C.

[0008] According to another aspect, the present invention is further directed to a method for controlling and / or preventing pests' infestation in crop comprising applying an effectiveamount of the solid insecticidal composition comprising a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in the solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25 °C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0, to a locus where the pest is to be controlled and / or prevented so as to thereby control and / or prevent the pest.

[0009] According to another aspect, the present invention is further directed to a process for preparing of a solid insecticidal composition (WP) comprising the steps of: (a) preparing a premix of cartap, and optionally additional insecticide, with wetting agent, antifoam, binding agent, pH adjuster and carrier; (b) milling the mixture to obtain powder; (c) drying the resulting mixture of step (c).

[0010] According to another aspect, the present invention is further directed to a process for preparing of a water dispersible granule solid insecticidal composition (WDG) comprising the steps of: (a) preparing a premix of cartap and optionally additional insecticide, with wetting agent, antifoam, binding agent, pH adjuster and carrier; (b) milling the mixture to obtain powder; (c) charging water to the mixture while mixing; (d) extruding granules from the mixture; (e) drying the resulting mixture.

[0011] BACKGROUND:

[0012] One of the most common damaging insects for cotton crop, among others pest, is the boll weevil (Anthonomus grandis). The boll weevil is a small grayish-brown beetle that is native to Central Mexico. This pest is considered to be one of the most destructive agricultural pests in the United States and is known for its ability to cause significant damage to cotton crops.

[0013] The boll weevil feeds on the developing buds and squares of cotton plants, which leads to the drop of flower buds and consequently, decreases yields and damages the crop, reduced yields, and cause poor-quality cotton. The female boll weevil also lays eggs in thecotton bolls, where the developing larvae feed on the cotton fibers, causing further damage.

[0014] The boll weevil has had a significant impact on the cotton industry in the United States, and other places in the world, particularly in the southern states, where it has caused billions of dollars in losses over the years. In the effort to control the spread of the boll weevil, many cotton-producing regions have implemented strict control and eradication programs, such as crop rotation and sanitation, cultural practices, and the use of pesticides. It is worth noted that additionally to cotton boll weevil, other pests can harm cotton crop such as aphids (Aphis gossypii), whiteflies (Bemisia tabaci), thrips (Frankliniella spp.), spider mites (Tetranychus spp.), armyworms (Spodoptera spp.), cutworms (Various species), cotton fleahopper (Pseudatomoscelis seriatus), cotton leafworm (Alabama argillacea) and plant bugs (Various species).

[0015] Pesticides are chemical substances that are used to control or eliminate pests, such as insects, weeds, and plant diseases, in agricultural crops. They are aimed to increase yields by protecting crops from damages caused by pests, which can result in higher yields and better quality of crops, and in term to reduce crop loss, increase cost-effective and efficiency. Pesticides are easy to apply and can be used to treat large areas quickly and efficiently. In recent years, the attempts of preventing the spread of boll weevil in cotton is conducted, mostly and practically by only two principal pesticides: malathion and ethiprole. However, malathion is an organophosphate pesticide that possesses numerous of drawbacks and potential risks associated with its use. Malathion is not selective in its toxicity and can harm non-target organisms, including beneficial insects, birds, and aquatic life. Malathion is toxic to humans, it can be absorbed through the skin and cause a range of health problems from nausea, vomiting an up to cancer. Malathion residues can remain on treated crops and in the environment for some time after the application, leadingto potential exposure to humans and wildlife. Expanded use of malathion can lead to the development of resistance in the target pest populations. As a results of the above mentioned, in many countries, the use of malathion is subject to strict regulations due to its potential risks.Nereistoxin analog insecticides are a class of synthetic insecticides that are designed to target the nervous system of insects. They are modeled after a naturally occurring toxin called nereistoxin, which is produced by certain marine worms and is toxic to insects. Nereistoxin analogs work by bindingto a specific site on the insect's nervous system, block the receptors, preventing nerve transmission and ultimately leading to paralysis and death. These insecticides are particularly effective against pests such as aphids, mites, and thrips. Some examples of nereistoxin analog insecticides include cartap, bensultap, thiocyclam and thiobensultap. These insecticides are widely used in agriculture and horticulture to control insect pests and increase crop yields.

[0016] Among others, cartap insecticide is a popular nereistoxin analog insecticides, used to control a wide range of insect pests in agriculture and horticulture. It is most popular in controlling aphids, spider mites, thrips, whiteflies and jassids. Cartap insecticide acts quickly on insects, leading to rapid death and control of pest populations. Cartap insecticide is relatively safe for humans and animals, as it has low toxicity and does not accumulate in the environment. Cartap insecticide is biodegradable and does not have a persistent impact on the environment, making it an environmentally friendly option. Cartap insecticide is cost-effective and can be used at low concentrations, making it a popular choice for farmers and growers. In addition, cartap insecticide provides long-lasting protection against insect pests, reducing the need for frequent applications. In recent patent application, WO2025 / 052379, the mixtures of cartap and additional insecticide, in particular chlorfenapyr are disclosed. The cartap and chlorfenapyr mixture, in tank mix field trials not only provide high efficiency in controlling the cotton boll weevil (Anthonomus grandis), benefiting from the systemic action of the insecticide due to its translaminar characteristics and a small residual effect, but also offer the advantage of a broad control spectrum for the main cotton pests. This includes caterpillars (Helicoverpa armigera, Heliothis virescens), (Spodoptera spp.), thrips (Thrips spp.), whitefly (Bemisia tabaci), and even the two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae), which currently require multiple specific insecticide applications for their control. Due to degradationproperties of cartap in liquid formulations type, solid formulation of the mixture is essential.

[0017] Combining two active ingredients into one composition can be challenging due the variance in structure of the active ingredients, especially when one or both active ingredients are highly unstable and require different environment and composition conditions such as pH and moisture control.

[0018] The pH value and moisture content can negatively affect the stability of some pesticides and can affect formulating composition comprising multiple pesticides which are each sensitive and unstable in different pH environments. In the case of degradation of one pesticide in the pesticide combination, the overall performance of the pesticide will be poor.

[0019] Cartap is an insecticide which is sensitive in alkali and neutral conditions and stable in acidic conditions. Compositions comprising cartap should have a pH value of less than 5 and suitable pH adjusters. A solid formulation of cartap and chlorfenapyr is disclosed in a Chinese patent #CN103120168, however this formulation has low amount of from 0.01% to 10% cartap and chlorfenapyr combination.

[0020] From the above introduction, one can emphasize the need in new formulation of high load cartap and chlorfenapyr in the agriculture field.

[0021] DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF INVENTION:

[0022] definitions:

[0023] Prior to setting forth the present subject matter in detail, it may be helpful to provide definitions of certain terms to be used herein. Unless defined otherwise, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as is commonly understood by one of skill in the art to which this subject matter pertains. The following definitions are provided for clarity.The term "a" or "an" as used herein includes the singular and the plural, unless specifically stated otherwise. Therefore, the terms "a," "an," or "at least one" can be used interchangeably in this application.

[0024] As used herein, the verb "comprise" as is used in this description and in the claims and its conjugations are used in its non-limiting sense to mean that items following the word are included, but items not specifically mentioned are not excluded.

[0025] As used herein, numerical values include ±10% from the indicated value. In addition, all ranges directed to the same component or property herein are inclusive of the endpoints, are independently combinable, and include all intermediate points and ranges. It is understood that where a parameter range is provided, all integers within that range, and tenths thereof, are also provided by the invention.

[0026] The term "stabilizer" as used herein refers but not limited to a chemical agent that is added to a composition and exhibiting a satisfactory stabilization effect on the combination of other inert and active ingredient / s contained in the present agricultural chemical composition, without any adverse influence on the physical properties of the composition.

[0027] As used herein, the term "effective amount" refers to an amount of the active component that is commercially recommended for use to control and / or prevent pest. The commercially recommended amount for each active component, often specified as application rates of the commercial formulation, may be found on the label accompanying the commercial formulation. The commercially recommended application rates of the commercial formulation may vary depending on factors such as the plant species and the pest to be controlled.

[0028] As used herein, the term "solid pesticide composition" refers to a formulation of pesticides in solid form, designed to control pests effectively. It includes active ingredients responsible for the pesticide's efficacy and inert additives that enhance performance, stability, or application convenience. Examples for "solid pesticide composition" can be but are not limited to wettable powder (WP) and water dispersible granules (WDG).As used herein the term "pesticide" and "active ingredients" refers to any substance or mixture of substances intended for preventing, destroying, repelling, or mitigating pests. As used herein the term "inert additive" refers to any substance or mixture of substances such as surfactant intended for improve wetting, spreading, or emulsifying properties, binders that hold the composition together, carriers that help distribute the active ingredients, and stabilizers that protect the active ingredient from degradation.

[0029] As used herein the term "premix" refers to pre-blended mixture of specific components that is prepared in advance and added to a final formulation components to ensure consistent distribution and performance of the active or the functional ingredients. As used herein the term "moisture" refers to low content of water, slightly wet.

[0030] The term "health of a plant" comprising various sorts of improvements of plants that are not connected to the control of pests. For example, advantageous properties that may be mentioned are improved crop characteristics including: emergence, crop yields, protein content, oil content, starch content, more developed root system (improved root growth), improved stress tolerance (e.g. against drought, heat, salt, UV, water, cold), reduced ethylene (reduced production and / or inhibition of reception), increase in plant height, bigger leaf blade, less dead basal leaves, stronger tillers, greener leaf color, pigment content, photosynthetic activity, less input needed (such as fertilizers or water), less seeds needed, more productive tillers, earlier flowering, early grain maturity, less plant verse (lodging), increased shoot growth, enhanced plant vigor, increased plant stand and early and better germination; or any other advantages familiar to a person skilled in the art.

[0031] The term "in the absence of insect pest pressure" referred to conditions in which insect pests are not present in the growth area of a plant, as well as to the conditions in which such insect pests are present within the area of growth of a plant in a quantity which is not harmful to the plant, and which does not interfere with the growth of the plant.The term "plant growth" refers to the process of improving and promoting the plant development to achieve better yields and healthier plants.

[0032] The term "yield" refers to increasing the quantity or quality of crops or plant products harvested from a given area of land or a specific plant.

[0033] The term "plant development" refers to the process of promoting and improving various aspects of a plant's growth and life cycle. Enhancing plant development include the following aspects:

[0034] 1. Promoting Growth established by encouraging the plant to grow larger, taller, or more vigorously, often through providing adequate nutrients, water, and optimal growing conditions.

[0035] 2. Accelerating Maturation established by speeding up the plant's life cycle to achieve earlier flowering, fruiting, or seed production, which can be beneficial in agriculture and horticulture.

[0036] 3. Improving Reproduction established by increasing the plant's ability to produce seeds, fruits, or other reproductive structures, which is crucial for plant propagation and agriculture.

[0037] 4. Enhancing Root Development established by focusing on root growth to improve nutrient and water uptake, which can have a significant impact on overall plant health and productivity.

[0038] 5. Optimizing Flowering and Fruit Set established by manipulating factors like light, temperature, and nutrients to encourage more prolific flowering and higher fruit or seed production.

[0039] The term "bud system" refers to the growth and the development of the buds on a plant. Buds are small, undeveloped shoots that have the potential to grow into leaves, flowers, or new branches.The term "flower system" refers to the growth and the development, quantity, quality, and overall performance of flowers on a plant.

[0040] The term "vigor" refers to the process of improving the overall strength, health, and vitality of a plant and consequently lead to increase in crop yields, better plant resilience, and improve overall plant health.

[0041] As used herein the term "knock-down activity" or "knock-down treatment" means an application of one or more insecticides for controlling insect infestation of the plant or locus before and / or after an infestation or before and / or after insect damage are shown and / or when the pest pressure is low / high. Insect pressure may be assessed based on the conditions associated with insect development such as population density and certain environmental conditions.

[0042] As used herein the term "prolonged effect" means obtaining insecticidal activity over an extended period after the application of one or more insecticide for controlling insect infestation of the plant or locus over an extended period of time, before and / or after an infestation or before and / or after insect damage are shown and / or when the insect pressure is low / high. Insect pressure may be assessed based on the conditions associated with insect development such as population density and certain environmental conditions.

[0043] As used herein, the term "insecticide" broadly refers to compounds that kills, controls, repel or mitigate one or more species of insects. For chemical classes and applications, as well as specific compounds of each class, see "The Pesticide Manual Thirteenth Edition" (British Crop Protection Council, Hampshire, UK, 2003), as well as "The e-Pesticide Manual, Version 3" (British Crop Protection Council, Hampshire, UK, 2003-04), the contents of each of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.

[0044] As used herein the term "plant" or "crop" refers, but is not limited to whole plants, plant organs (e.g. leaves, stems, twigs, roots, trunks, limbs, shoots, fruits etc.), plant cells, or plant seeds. This term also encompasses plant crops such as oilseed rape (e.g. canola),cotton, rice, banana, potato (including sweet potato), coffee, sugar cane, citrus, beans, sunflower, corn, soybean, wheat, barley, oats, chickpeas, fruit trees, nut trees (e.g. almonds), lentils, grain sorghum, alfalfa, brassicas, fruiting vegetables (e.g. tomatoes, pepper, chili, eggplant, cucumber, squash etc.), tea, bulb vegetables (e.g. onion, leek etc.), grapes, pome fruit (e.g. apples, pears etc.), and stone fruit (e.g. pears, plums etc.). According to an embodiment, the term "plant" may include the propagation material thereof.

[0045] As used herein the term "plant propagation material" refers, but is not limited to, all the generative parts of the plant such as seeds and vegetative plant material such as cuttings and tubers, which can be used for the multiplication of the plant includingtubers, spores, corms, bulbs, rhizomes, sprouts basal shoots, stolons, and buds and other parts of plants, including seedlings and young plants, which are to be transplanted after germination or after emergence from soil.

[0046] The term "locus" as used herein refers not only to areas where the pest such as an insecticide may already be developed, but also to areas that have not yet been attacked by said pest, and to areas under cultivation. Locus includes the crop and propagation material of the crop (all the generative parts of the crop such as seeds and vegetative plant material such as cuttings and tubers, which can be used for the multiplication of the plant. Examples of propagation material of the crop include seeds, tubers, spores, corms, bulbs, rhizomes, sprouts basal shoots, stolons, buds, and other parts of plants, including seedlings and young plants, which could be transplanted after germination or after emergence from soil. Locus also includes the area surrounding the crop and the growing media of the crop, such as soil and crop field.

[0047] As used herein, the term "treating a plant or a locus against insect and / or mite pest" includes, but is not limited to, protecting the plant or locus against insect and / or mite pest and / or controlling insect and / or mite pest of the plant or locus.

[0048] As used herein, the terms "control" or "controlling" are meant to include, but are notlimited to, any killing, growth regulating, inhibiting, or interfering with the normal life cycle of the pest activities of a given pest. These terms include for example preventing larvae from developing into mature insects, modulating the emergence of pests from eggs including preventing eclosion, degrading the egg material, suffocation, reducing gut motility, inhibiting the formation of chitin, disrupting mating or sexual communication, and preventing feeding activity.

[0049] As used herein, the terms "protect" or "protecting" are meant to include, but are not limited to, any blocking, restricting, limiting, securing, or barring the presence of the insect and / or mite pest.

[0050] As used herein the term "ha" refers to hectare.

[0051] As used herein, the term "boll weevil" refers, but is not limited to, to insects of the beetle's family of Curculionidae, "coleoptera". Other names include, but is not limited to, "Anthonomus grand is".

[0052] The stable agrochemical composition subject of invention:

[0053] Insecticide compositions for controlling insect stress in crop are generally applied by (1) foliar application and / or (2) scattering solid powder or solid granules i.e. throwing a solid insecticidal composition, directly into a field.

[0054] The combination of an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and an additional insecticide selected from the group comprising chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, lambda-cyhalothrin, cypermethrin, acephate, malathion, fenitrothion, esfenvalerate, fenpropathrin, carbosulfan, fipronil, ethiprole, isocycloseram, acetamiprid, alpha-cypermethrin, beta-cypermethrin, zeta-cypermethrin, profenophos, methomyl, pymetrozine, beta-cyfluthrin, tolfenpyrad, diafenthiuron, lufenuron, deltametrin, sulfur, etofenprox, thiamethoxam, gamma-cyhalothrin; in a single composition provides an efficient and simple controlling method over insect infestation.For the use in the present invention, cartap includes free base, salt, and combination thereof of one basic structure which is S-[3-carbamoylsulfanyl-2-(dimethylamino)propyl] carbamothioate.

[0055] For the use in the present invention, chlorfenapyr includes the free base, of 4-bromo-2-(4-chlorophenyl)-l-(ethoxymethyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyrrole-3-carbonitrile.

[0056] It has been found that a solid insecticidal composition comprising cartap, wherein the amount of moisture in the solid composition is less than 5% and pH adjuster that keeps the pH value after dilution with water equal to or less than 5.0, limits the degradation of the cartap.

[0057] It has been found that a solid insecticidal composition comprising cartap, wherein the amount of moisture in the solid composition is less than 5% and pH adjuster that keeps the pH value after dilution with water equal to or less than 3.0, limits the degradation of the cartap.

[0058] It has been found that a solid insecticidal composition comprising cartap and an additional insecticide selected from the group comprising chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, lambda-cyhalothrin, cypermethrin, acephate, malathion, fenitrothion, esfenvalerate, fenpropathrin, carbosulfan, fipronil, ethiprole, isocycloseram, acetamiprid, alpha-cypermethrin, beta-cypermethrin, wherein the amount of moisture in the solid composition is less than 5% and pH adjuster that keeps the pH value after dilution with water equal to or less than 5.0, limits the degradation of the cartap.

[0059] It has been found that a solid insecticidal composition comprising cartap and an additional insecticide selected from the group comprising chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, lambda-cyhalothrin, cypermethrin, acephate, malathion, fenitrothion, esfenvalerate, fenpropathrin, carbosulfan, fipronil, ethiprole, isocycloseram, acetamiprid, alpha-cypermethrin, beta-cypermethrin, wherein the amount of moisture in the solid composition is less than 5% and pH adjuster that keeps the pH value after dilution with water equal to or less than 3.0, limits the degradation of the cartap.Reducing the degradation of the cartap in the solid composition is crucial to have effective insecticidal composition and maintain its effectiveness over longer period of time.

[0060] The sensitivity of cartap to degradation increases with time, higher temperatures, and in a composition wherein the amount of cartap is high based on the total weight of the composition.

[0061] The sensitivity of cartap to degradation increases in a composition wherein the amount of cartap is 40% by weight, or higher based on the total weight of the composition. The sensitivity of cartap to degradation increases in a composition wherein the amount of cartap is 50% by weight, or higher based on the total weight of the composition. The sensitivity of cartap to degradation increases in a composition wherein the amount of cartap is 60% by weight, or higher based on the total weight of the composition. The solid insecticidal composition of cartap and optionally an additional insecticide was found to be stable under various conditions and for various durations and led to a decrease in the degradation of cartap. The major advantage of this composition is its ability to combine effective amounts of two active ingredients with different physicochemical properties which are commonly formulated into separate compositions into a single composition.

[0062] The present invention is directed to a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) optionally an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster.

[0063] The present invention is directed to a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster.

[0064] The present invention is directed to a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) optionally an additionalinsecticide, and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0065] The present invention is directed to a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0066] According to an embodiment, water can be reduced from the composition by any conventional method of drying.

[0067] According to an embodiment, the drying is of the end used composition.

[0068] Drying methods may be but are not limited to a tray drying and fluid bed drying.

[0069] The present invention is directed to a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) optionally an additional insecticide; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0070] The present invention is directed to a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) optionally an additional insecticide , and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 2% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0071] The present invention is directed to a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) an additional insecticide , and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 2% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.According to an embodiment, the pH after dilution with water of the solid insecticidal composition comprising a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) optionally an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster, is less than 5.0, more preferably the pH is less than 4.0, most preferably the pH is less than 3.0.

[0072] According to an embodiment, the pH after dilution with water of the solid insecticidal composition comprising a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster, is less than 5.0, more preferably the pH is less than 4.0, most preferably the pH is less than 3.0.

[0073] According to an embodiment, the total amount of the a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) optionally the additional insecticide in the solid composition is from 40% to 90% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0074] According to an embodiment, the total amount of the a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) optionally the additional insecticide in the solid composition is from 60% to 80% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0075] According to an embodiment, the total amount of the a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) optionally the additional insecticide in the solid composition is 50%, 55%, 60%, 65%, 70%, 75%, 80%, 85% or 90% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0076] According to an embodiment, the amount of a) cartap in the solid composition is from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0077] According to an embodiment, the amount of a) cartap in the solid composition is from 45% to 55% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0078] According to an embodiment, the amount of a) cartap in the solid composition is 40%, 45%, 50%, 55% or 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0079] According to an embodiment, the amount of b) an additional insecticide in the solid composition is from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.According to an embodiment, the amount of b) an additional insecticide in the solid composition is from 15% to 25% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of b) an additional insecticide in the solid composition is 10%, 15%, 20%, 25% or 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0080] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the a) cartap to the additional insecticide b) in the solid composition is from 6:1 to 4:3.

[0081] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the a) cartap to the additional insecticide b) in the solid composition is from 11:3 to 9:5.

[0082] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the a) cartap to the additional insecticide b) in the solid composition is 6:1, 11:3, 5:2, 9:5 or 4:3.

[0083] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0084] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) an additional insecticide in amount of from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0085] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 45% to 55% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from 15% to 25% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of 50% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0086] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) an additional insecticide in amount of from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5.

[0087] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5.

[0088] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 45% to 55% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from 15% to 25% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5.

[0089] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of 50% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5.

[0090] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0091] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) an additional insecticide in amount of from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0092] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 45% to 55% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from 15% to 25% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0093] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of 50% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0094] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster;wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5.

[0095] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) an additional insecticide in amount of from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5.

[0096] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 45% to 55% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from 15% to 25% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5.

[0097] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of 50% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5.

[0098] According to an embodiment, the b) additional insecticide is selected from the group comprising chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, lambda-cyhalothrin, cypermethrin, acephate, malathion, fenitrothion, esfenvalerate, fenpropathrin, carbosulfan, fipronil, ethiprole, isocycloseram, acetamiprid, alpha-cypermethrin, beta-cypermethrin, zeta-cypermethrin, profenophos, methomyl, pymetrozine, beta-cyfluthrin, tolfenpyrad,diafenthiuron, lufenuron, deltametrin, sulfur, etofenprox, thiamethoxam, gamma-cyhalothrin, and the mixture thereof.

[0099] According to an embodiment, the b) additional insecticide is selected from the group comprising chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, acephate, fipronil, ethiprole, isocycloseram, acetamiprid, alpha-cypermethrin, beta-cypermethrin, zeta-cypermethrin, pymetrozine, beta-cyfluthrin, tolfenpyrad, diafenthiuron, etofenprox, thiamethoxam, gamma-cyhalothrin, and the mixture thereof.

[0100] According to an embodiment, the b) additional insecticide is selected from the group comprising chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, fipronil, ethiprole, acetamiprid, pymetrozine, tolfenpyrad, diafenthiuron, and the mixture thereof.

[0101] According to an embodiment, the b) additional insecticide is chlorfenapyr.

[0102] According to an embodiment, the b) additional insecticide is bifenthrin.

[0103] According to an embodiment, the b) additional insecticide is ethiprole.

[0104] The present invention is directed to a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) optionally an additional insecticide selected from the group comprising chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, lambda-cyhalothrin, cypermethrin, acephate, malathion, fenitrothion, esfenvalerate, fenpropathrin, carbosulfan, fipronil, ethiprole, isocycloseram, acetamiprid, alpha-cypermethrin, beta-cypermethrin, zeta-cypermethrin, pymetrozine, beta-cyfluthrin, tolfenpyrad, diafenthiuron, etofenprox, thiamethoxam, gamma-cyhalothrin; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0105] The present invention is directed to a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) optionally an additional insecticide selected from the group comprising chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, acephate, fipronil, ethiprole, isocycloseram, acetamiprid, alpha-cypermethrin, beta-cypermethrin, zeta-cypermethrin, pymetrozine, beta-cyfluthrin, tolfenpyrad, diafenthiuron, etofenprox, thiamethoxam, gamma-cyhalothrin; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0106] The present invention is directed to a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) optionally an additional insecticide selected from the group comprising chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, fipronil, ethiprole, acetamiprid, pymetrozine, tolfenpyrad, diafenthiuron; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0107] The present invention is directed to a solid insecticidal composition comprising: a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) optionally chlorfenapyr; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0108] According to an embodiment, the c) pH adjuster is at least one acid.

[0109] According to an embodiment, the acid includes but is not limited to organic acids and / or inorganic acids.

[0110] According to an embodiment, the c) pH adjuster is at least one organic acid.

[0111] According to an embodiment, the c) pH adjuster is at least one carboxylic acid.

[0112] Organic acids may include but are not limited to acetic acid, ethanoic acid, propionic acid, butyric acid, benzoic acid, glycolic acid, citric acid, lactic acid, malic acid, maleic acid, mandelic acid, hydroxy acid, alpha hydroxy acid, beta hydroxy acid, omega hydroxy acid, fumaric acid, tartaric acid, succinic acid, oxalic acid, ascorbic acid, and the mixtures thereof.According to an embodiment, the c) pH adjuster is selected from acetic acid, propionic acid, glycolic acid, citric acid, lactic acid, malic acid, tartaric acid, succinic acid, oxalic acid, ascorbic acid, and the mixtures thereof.

[0113] According to an embodiment, the c) pH adjuster is selected from citric acid, tartaric acid and oxalic acid, and the mixtures thereof.

[0114] According to an embodiment, the c) pH adjuster is selected from citric acid and tartaric acid, and the mixtures thereof.

[0115] According to an embodiment, the c) pH value of the composition is measured by wetting the composition. The pH value is recorded as 1% in aqueous suspension. According to an embodiment, the pH value is recorded as 1% of the composition in water.

[0116] According to an embodiment, the amount of the c) pH adjuster in the solid composition is from 1% to 10% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0117] According to an embodiment, the amount of the c) pH adjuster in the solid composition is from 5% to 10% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0118] According to an embodiment, the amount of the c) pH adjuster in the solid composition is 1%, 2%, 4%, 6%, 7%, 8% or 9% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the c) pH adjuster in the solid composition is from 10-100g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the pH adjuster in the solid composition is from 50-100g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the pH adjuster in the solid composition is from 60-90g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the pH adjuster in the solid composition is from 70-80g / kg.

[0119] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide selected to the c) pH adjuster in the solid composition is from 90:1 to 4:1, more preferably is from 50:1 to 7:1, most preferably from is 20:1 to 8:1.According to an embodiment, the solid composition further comprising an agriculturally acceptable binder and agriculturally acceptable carrier.

[0120] According to an embodiment, the solid composition further comprising an agriculturally acceptable binder.

[0121] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder is solid or liquid.

[0122] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder refers to dispersing agent.

[0123] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder is selected from the group comprising carbohydrates, gelatin, synthetic polymers and the mixtures thereof. According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binders may include but are not limited to carbohydrate selected from the group comprising sucrose, lactose, dextrin, starch, alginic acid, cellulose, gum, and the mixtures thereof.

[0124] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder is synthetic polymers selected from the group comprising polyvinyl pyrrolidones, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, polyvinyl acetate, polystyrenes, polyacrylic acid polymers, polyacrylatepolymethacrylate copolymer and the mixtures thereof.

[0125] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder is selected from the group comprising polyvinyl pyrrolidones, a copolymer of polyvinyl pyrrolidone and vinyl acetate, lactose monohydrate, starch, carboxy methylcellulose, polyethylene glycol, and the mixtures thereof.

[0126] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder is polyvinyl pyrrolidone.

[0127] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder is a copolymer of polyvinyl pyrrolidone and vinyl acetate.

[0128] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder is lactose monohydrate.According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is from 1% to 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is from 3% to 15% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is from 4 to 12% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is between 5% to 10% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0129] According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is 1%, 3%, 4%, 5%, 7%, 9%, 10% 12%, 18% or 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0130] According to an embodiment, the concentration of the binder in the solid composition is from 10 to 200g / Kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is 180g / Kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is 120g / Kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is 70g / Kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is 40g / Kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is 30g / Kg.

[0131] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide to the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is from 90:1 to 4:2.

[0132] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide to the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is from 50:1 to 5:1.According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide to the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is 7:1.

[0133] According to an embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition further comprising an agriculturally acceptable carrier.

[0134] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable carrier is selected from the group comprising carbohydrates, China clay, kaolin, silica, bentonite, clay, silicate, phyllosilicate, talc, mica, montmorillonite, tectosilicate, zeolite.

[0135] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable carrier is China clay.

[0136] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable carrier is carbohydrate.

[0137] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable carrier is silica.

[0138] Non-limiting examples of silica-based carrier include hydrophobic fumed silica dimethylsilylate, precipitated silica and silica gel such as hydrophilic fumed silica (Aerosil 200) hydrophobic fumed silica (Aerosil R972, Aerosil R974), precipitated silica (Mfil PS). According to an embodiment, the amount of the silica-based carrier present in the solid composition is 0.1%, 0.5%, 1%, 2%, 4%, 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0139] According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the solid composition is from 5-30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the solid composition is from 5-20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the solid composition is from 5-15% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the solid composition is 1%, 3%, 4%, 5%, 7%, 9%, 10% 12%, 18% or 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the solid composition is from 50-300g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the solid composition is 180g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the solid composition is 120g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the solid composition is lOOg / kg.

[0140] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide to the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the solid composition is from 18:1 to 4:3.

[0141] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide to the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the solid composition is from 15:1 to 6:1.

[0142] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide to the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the solid composition is 7:1.

[0143] According to an embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition further comprising dispersing agent, and / or wetting agent, and / or antioxidating agent, and / or anti-foaming agent, and / or synergists, and / or photo-stabilizer, and / or sticker, and / or water soluble fertilizers, and / or dyes, and / or attractants, and / or repellents, and / or sensitizers.

[0144] The term "wetting agent" as used herein refers to a chemical agent that is added to a composition so as to reduce the surface tension of liquids, allowing them to spread more easily over surfaces or penetrate materials.

[0145] Non-limiting examples of wetting agents include a mixture of dialkyl naphthalene sulfonate, dialkyl sulfosuccinate, metal salt of alkyl sulfonate, metal salt of alkyl ether sulfonate, alpha olefin sulfonate, N-acyl N-alkyl taurate, linear alkyl benzene sulfonates, carboxylates, sulphates, metal salt of alkyl sulfate, phosphate esters, polyoxyethylenesurfactants, ethoxylated alkyl phenols, ethoxylated aliphatic alcohols, anhydrosorbitol esters and cetyltrimethylammonium bromide.

[0146] According to an embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition further comprising wetting agent selected from the group comprising: ammonium lauryl sulfate, ammonium laureth sulfate, sodium lauryl sulfate, coco alklyl sulfate, sodium laureth sulfate, sodium lauryl sarcosinate, sodium myreth sulfate, sodium pareth sulfate, sodium stearte, sodium dodecyl sulfate, ethoxylated alkyl phenol sulfate, sodium fatty alcohol sulfate, sodium polyoxyethylene fatty alcohol ether sulfate, sodium alpha-olefin sulfonate, sodium dodecylbenzene sulfonate, sodium lauryl sulfonate, sodium dodecyl sulfonate, sodium lignosulfonate, magnesium stearate and the mixtures thereof.

[0147] According to an embodiment, the amount of a wetting agent present in the solid composition is from 0.1-6% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of a wetting agent present in the solid composition is from 0.5-5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of a wetting agent present in the stable composition is from 0.5-5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of a wetting agent present in the solid composition is from 1-3% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of a wetting agent present in the solid composition is 0.1%, 0.5%, 1%, 2%, 4%, 6% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0148] According to an embodiment, the concentration of the wetting agent in the solid composition is from l-50g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the wetting agent in the solid composition is 20g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the wetting agent in the solid composition is 15g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the wetting agent in the solid composition is lOg / kg.According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide to the wetting agent in the solid composition is from 70:1 to 70:5.

[0149] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide to the wetting agent in the solid composition is from70:l to 70:2.

[0150] The term "antioxidating agent" as used herein refers to a chemical agent that is added to a composition so as to prevent or slow down cellular damage caused by free radicals Non-limiting examples of antioxidating agent include a mixture of antioxidating agents include but are not limited to clay, BHA, BHT, TBH, Propyl gallate, Sodium thiosulphate, Tocopherol, Pyrogallol and Epichlorohydrin.

[0151] According to an embodiment, the amount of the antioxidating agent present in the solid composition is 0.1%, 0.5%, 1%, 2% or 3% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0152] The term "anti-foaming agent" as used herein refers to a chemical agent that is added to a composition so as to prevent, attenuate, or counter foam generation in the solid composition. Generally, such agents have surface active properties, are insoluble in the foaming medium, easily spreadable on the foamy surface, possess affinity to the air-liquid surface, and destabilize the foam lamellas which rupture the air bubbles and break down the surface foam.

[0153] Non-limiting examples of anti-foaming agents include a mixture of alkenes, C11-C12, hydroformylation products, low boiling, or a commercially available product comprising it such as Geronol AF 80; a mineral oil-based defoamer or a commercially available product comprising it such as Lucrafoam® PDT; a blend of special wax, hydrophobic silica, and mineral oil or a commercially available product comprising it such as DEE FO® 3010E / 50; a silicon emulsion or a commercially available product comprising it such as Silfoam® SE 47, Silfoam® SRE, Silcolapse® RG 12, Silcolapse® 432, Silcolapse®416, and SAG1572; a polydimethyl siloxane emulsion or a commercially available product comprising it such as SAG 10E; or a silicone-based compound or a commercially available product comprising it such as Silcolapse™ 910 and Xiameter® ACP-1000, Rhodorsil® Antim EP 6703 polydimethylsiloxane.

[0154] According to an embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition includes an anti-foaming agent, which is polydimethylsiloxane.

[0155] According to an embodiment, the amount of the anti-foaming agent present in the solid composition is from 0.1% to 3%, from 0.1% to 2%, from 0.1% to 1%, from 0.5% to 0.9%, or from 0.5% to 0.7%, by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0156] The term "attractant" as used herein refers to a chemical agent that is added to a composition so as to lure insects, pests, or other organisms toward a specific location Non-limiting examples of attractant include pheromone-based attractants such as Pherocon®, Trece® PHEROCON, food-based attractants such as BioLure®, Magnet® MED, Ceratrap®, Invict™ Xpress, visual attractants, kairomones.

[0157] The term "repellent" as used herein refers to a chemical agent that is applied to plants, seeds, soil, or the environment to deter or discourage pests (such as insects) from approaching, landing on, feeding, or laying eggs on the treated area without killing them. Non-limiting examples of repellent include neem oil (azadirachtin), citronella oil, garlic extract, DEET (N,N-Diethyl-meta-toluamide), essential oils (e.g., peppermint, eucalyptus, lemongrass).

[0158] Other ingredients, such as adhesives, neutralizers, sequestrates, biocides, stabilizers, preservatives or anti-freeze agents, may also be added to the present compositions in order to increase the stability, density, and viscosity of the described compositions. According to an embodiment, the composition is stored for 0 days at a temperature of 54°C. According to an embodiment, the composition is stored for 0 days at a temperature of 25°C. According to an embodiment, the composition is stored for 7 days at atemperature of 54°C. According to an embodiment, the composition is stored for 7 days at a temperature of 25°C. According to an embodiment, the composition is stored for 14 days at a temperature of 54°C. According to an embodiment, the composition is stored for 14 days at a temperature of 25°C.

[0159] According to an embodiment, the composition is stored at a temperature of between 20°C to 55°C.

[0160] According to an embodiment, the degradation of cartap in the solid composition is equal to or less than 5%, or 4.5%, or 4%, or 3%, or 2.5%, or 2% or 1%.

[0161] According to an embodiment, the degradation of cartap in the solid composition is less than 2%.

[0162] According to an embodiment, reduced degradation of cartap in the solid insecticidal composition refers but is not limited to degradation of cartap in the solid composition after storage, equal to or less than 5%, or 4.5%, or 4%, or 3%, or 2.5%, or 2% or 1%. The present invention further provides an improved solid insecticidal composition comprising a) cartap and b) optionally an additional insecticide, wherein the improvement comprising a reduced amount of moisture and presence of pH adjuster for maintaining the pH of the composition after diluted in water at 25° C at less than 5.0.

[0163] According to an embodiment, reduced amount of moisture refers to moisture content less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0164] According to an embodiment, improved solid insecticidal composition refers, but is not limited to the reduced degradation of the cartap in the solid composition after storage that equals to or less than 7%, 5%, or 4.5%, or 4%, or 3%, or 2.5%, or 2% or 1%.

[0165] According to an embodiment, the reduced degradation of cartap in the solid composition is equals to or less than 2%.According to an embodiment, the percentage of degradation is calculated based on the percentage of cartap by weight, based on the total weight of the composition before and after storage.

[0166] According to an embodiment, the stable composition is a granular composition. According to an embodiment, the stable composition is a powder composition. According to an embodiment, the stable composition is a dispersible granules composition. According to an embodiment, the stable composition is a dispersible powder composition.

[0167] The solid insecticidal composition described herein may be mixed with water and / or fertilizers and may be applied to a desired locus by any means, such as by airplane spray tanks, knapsack spray tanks, farm equipment used in ground spraying (e.g., boom sprayers, hand sprayers), and the like. The desired locus may be soil, plants, water and the like.

[0168] The solid insecticidal composition described herein may be mixed with water and / or fertilizers and may be applied to a desired locus by scattering.

[0169] The present invention also provides a package comprising any one of the compositions described herein, wherein the package is appropriate for packaging the composition described herein.

[0170] According to an embodiment, the package impermeable to moisture.

[0171] The present invention also provides a package comprising any one of the compositions. described herein, wherein the package is impermeable to moisture. As used herein, the term "impermeable" when used to characterize a package means that the package is sufficiently impermeable to moisture such that the low reduced moisture content comprises in the solid composition contained in the package is not substantially changed when the package is exposed to humid air.

[0172] For example, the package may be made of aluminum metallized film laminates such as bilaminated aluminum pouch and tri-laminated aluminum pouch.The present solid insecticidal composition may include additional crop protection agents, for example other insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, bactericides, nematicides, molluscicides, growth regulators, biological agents, fertilizers, or mixtures thereof. When used in conjunction with additional crop protection agents, the composition can be formulated with these co-agents, tank mixed with these co-agents or applied sequentially with these co-agents.

[0173] Further, the agricultural compositions herein may be used in conjunction with one or more other pesticides to control a wider variety of undesirable pests. In addition, the herein described composition may, optionally, be combined with or blended with other pesticide composition(s). This blend with pesticide composition(s) may be used to control pests in crops and non-crop environments.

[0174] Method for controlling the degradation of cartap:

[0175] The present invention further provides a method for controlling the degradation of cartap in a solid composition.

[0176] The present invention is directed to a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts, b) optionally an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster.

[0177] The present invention is directed to a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts, b) an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster.

[0178] The present invention is directed to a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) an effective amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts, b) optionally an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.The present invention is directed to a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) an effective amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts, b) an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0179] According to an embodiment, the water in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition can be reduced from the composition by any conventional method of drying.

[0180] According to an embodiment, the drying in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is of the end used composition.

[0181] Drying methods may be but are not limited to a tray drying and fluid bed drying.

[0182] The present invention is directed to a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) optionally an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0183] The present invention is directed to a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0184] The present invention is directed to a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) optionally an additionalinsecticide, and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 2% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0185] The present invention is directed to a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) an additional insecticide, and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 2% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0186] According to an embodiment, the pH after dilution with water of the solid insecticidal composition is less than 5.0, more preferably the pH is less than 4.0, most preferably the pH is less than 3.0.

[0187] According to an embodiment, the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 40% to 90% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0188] According to an embodiment, the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 60% to 80% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0189] According to an embodiment, the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 50%, 55%, 60%, 65%, 70%, 75%, 80%, 85% or 90% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.According to an embodiment, the amount of a) cartap in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0190] According to an embodiment, the amount of a) cartap in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 45% to 55% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0191] According to an embodiment, the amount of a) cartap in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 40%, 45%, 50%, 55% or 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of b) an additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0192] According to an embodiment, the amount of b) an additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 15% to 25% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0193] According to an embodiment, the amount of b) an additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 10%, 15%, 20%, 25% or 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0194] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the a) cartap to b) an additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 6:1 to 4:3.

[0195] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the a) cartap to b) an additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 11:3 to 9:5.According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the a) cartap to b) an additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 6:1, 11:3, 5:2, 9:5 or 4:3.

[0196] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0197] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) an additional insecticide in amount of from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0198] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) cartap in amount of from 45% to 55% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from 15% to 25% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0199] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) cartap in amount of 50% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5.

[0200] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) an additional insecticide in amount of from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5.

[0201] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) cartap in amount of from 45% to 55% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from 15% to 25% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5.

[0202] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising a) cartap in amount of 50% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5.

[0203] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from 10% to 30%by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0. According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) an additional insecticide in amount of from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0204] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 45% to 55% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from 15% to 25% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0. According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of 50% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

[0205] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from 10% to 30%by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5. According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) an additional insecticide in amount of from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5.

[0206] According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of from 45% to 55% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of from 15% to 25% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5. According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising: a) cartap in amount of 50% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; b) optionally an additional insecticide in amount of 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water is less than 3.5.

[0207] According to an embodiment, the b) additional insecticide is selected from the group comprises chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, lambda-cyhalothrin, cypermethrin, acephate, malathion, fenitrothion, esfenvalerate, fenpropathrin, carbosulfan, fipronil, ethiprole, isocycloseram, acetamiprid, alpha-cypermethrin, beta-cypermethrin, zeta-cypermethrin, profenophos, methomyl, pymetrozine, beta-cyfluthrin, tolfenpyrad, diafenthiuron, lufenuron, deltametrin, sulfur, etofenprox, thiamethoxam, gamma-cyhalothrin and the mixture thereof.

[0208] According to an embodiment, the b) additional insecticide is selected from the group comprising chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, acephate, fipronil, ethiprole, isocycloseram, acetamiprid, alpha-cypermethrin, beta-cypermethrin, zeta-cypermethrin, pymetrozine, beta-cyfluthrin, tolfenpyrad, diafenthiuron, etofenprox, thiamethoxam, gamma-cyhalothrin, and the mixture thereof.

[0209] According to an embodiment, the b) additional insecticide is selected from the group comprising chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, fipronil, ethiprole, acetamiprid, pymetrozine, tolfenpyrad, diafenthiuron, and the mixture thereof.

[0210] According to an embodiment, the b) additional insecticide is chlorfenapyr.

[0211] According to an embodiment, the b) additional insecticide is bifenthrin.

[0212] According to an embodiment, the b) additional insecticide is ethiprole.

[0213] The present invention is directed to a provides a method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition comprising: a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts; b) optionally an additional insecticide selected from the group comprising chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, lambda-cyhalothrin, cypermethrin, acephate, malathion, fenitrothion, esfenvalerate, fenpropathrin, carbosulfan, fipronil, ethiprole, isocycloseram, acetamiprid, alpha-cypermethrin, beta-cypermethrin, zeta-cypermethrin, pymetrozine, beta-cyfluthrin, tolfenpyrad, diafenthiuron, etofenprox, thiamethoxam, gamma-cyhalothrin; and c) pH adjuster; wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.According to an embodiment, the c) pH adjuster in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition, is at least one acid.

[0214] According to an embodiment, the c) pH adjuster in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition include but are not limited to organic acids and / or inorganic acids.

[0215] According to an embodiment, the pH adjuster in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is at least one carboxylic acid.

[0216] Organic acids in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition may include but are not limited to acetic acid, ethanoic acid, propionic acid, butyric acid, benzoic acid, glycolic acid, citric acid, lactic acid, malic acid, maleic acid, mandelic acid, hydroxy acid, alpha hydroxy acid, beta hydroxy acid, omega hydroxy acid, fumaric acid, tartaric acid, succinic acid, oxalic acid, ascorbic acid, and the mixtures thereof.

[0217] According to an embodiment, the c) pH adjuster in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is selected from acetic acid, propionic acid, glycolic acid, citric acid, lactic acid, malic acid, tartaric acid, succinic acid, oxalic acid, ascorbic acid, and the mixtures thereof.

[0218] According to an embodiment, the c) pH adjuster in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is selected from citric acid, tartaric acid and oxalic acid, and the mixtures thereof.

[0219] According to an embodiment, the c) pH adjuster in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is selected from citric acid and tartaric acid, and the mixtures thereof.

[0220] According to an embodiment, the c) pH value of the composition in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solidcomposition is measured by wetting the composition. The c) pH value is recorded as 1% in aqueous suspension. According to an embodiment, the c) pH value is recorded as 1% of the composition in water.

[0221] Accordingto an embodiment, the amount of the c) pH adjuster in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 1% to 10% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. Accordingto an embodiment, the amount of the c) pH adjuster in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 5% to 10% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. Accordingto an embodiment, the amount of the c) pH adjuster in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 1%, 2%, 4%, 6%, 7%, 8% or 9% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0222] According to an embodiment, the concentration of the c) pH adjuster in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 10-100g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the pH adjuster in the solid composition is from 50-100g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the pH adjuster in the solid composition is from 60-90g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the pH adjuster in the solid composition is from 70-80g / kg.

[0223] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and an additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition to the c) pH adjuster is from 90:1 to 4:1, more preferably is from 15:1 to 7:1, most preferably from is 20:1 to 8:1.

[0224] According to an embodiment, the solid composition in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid compositionfurther comprising an agriculturally acceptable binder and agriculturally acceptable carrier.

[0225] According to an embodiment, the solid composition in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition further comprising an agriculturally acceptable binder.

[0226] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is solid or liquid.

[0227] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder refers to dispersing agent.

[0228] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is selected from the group comprising carbohydrates, gelatin, synthetic polymers and the mixtures thereof.

[0229] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binders in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition may include but are not limited to carbohydrate selected from the group comprising sucrose, lactose, dextrin, starch, alginic acid, cellulose, gum, and the mixtures thereof.

[0230] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is synthetic polymers selected from the group comprising polyvinyl pyrrolidones, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, polyvinyl acetate, polystyrenes, polyacrylic acid polymers, polyacrylate-polymethacrylate copolymer and the mixtures thereof.

[0231] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solidcomposition is selected from the group comprising polyvinyl pyrrolidones, a copolymer of polyvinyl pyrrolidone and vinyl acetate, lactose monohydrate, starch, carboxy methylcellulose, polyethylene glycol, and the mixtures thereof.

[0232] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is polyvinyl pyrrolidone.

[0233] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is a copolymer of polyvinyl pyrrolidone and vinyl acetate.

[0234] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is lactose monohydrate.

[0235] According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 1% to 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 3% to 15% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 4 to 12% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is between 5% to 10% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0236] According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprisespreparation of solid composition is 1%, 3%, 4%, 5%, 7%, 9%, 10% 12%, 18% or 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0237] According to an embodiment, the concentration of the binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 10 to 200g / Kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 180g / Kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 120g / Kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 70g / Kg. Accordingto an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is 40g / Kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable binder in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 30g / Kg. According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition to the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is from 90:1 to 4:2.

[0238] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition to the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is from 50:1 to 5:1.

[0239] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide in the method for reducingthe degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition to the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is 7:1.

[0240] According to an embodiment, the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition further comprising an agriculturally acceptable carrier.

[0241] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is selected from the group comprising carbohydrates, China clay, kaolin, silica, bentonite, clay, silicate, phyllosilicate, talc, mica, montmorillonite, tectosilicate, zeolite.

[0242] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is China clay.

[0243] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is carbohydrate.

[0244] According to an embodiment, the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is silica.

[0245] Non-limiting examples of silica-based carrier include hydrophobic fumed silica dimethylsilylate, precipitated silica and silica gel such as hydrophilic fumed silica (Aerosil 200) hydrophobic fumed silica (Aerosil R972, Aerosil R974), precipitated silica (Mfil PS). According to an embodiment, the amount of the silica-based carrier present in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 0.1%, 0.5%, 1%, 2%, 4%, 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 5-30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 5-20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 5-15% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0246] According to an embodiment, the amount of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 1%, 3%, 4%, 5%, 7%, 9%, 10% 12%, 18% or 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0247] According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 50-300g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 180g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 120g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is lOOg / kg.

[0248] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solidcomposition to the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the solid composition is from 18:1 to 4:3.

[0249] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition to the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the solid composition is from 15:1 to 6:1.

[0250] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition to the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the solid composition is 7:1.

[0251] According to an embodiment, the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition further comprising dispersing agent, and / or wetting agent, and / or antioxidating agent, and / or anti-foaming agent, and / or synergists, and / or photo-stabilizer, and / or sticker, and / or water soluble fertilizers, and / or dyes, and / or attractants, and / or repellents, and / or sensitizers.

[0252] The term "wetting agent" as used herein refers to a chemical agent that is added to a composition so as to reduce the surface tension of liquids, allowing them to spread more easily over surfaces or penetrate materials.

[0253] Non-limiting examples of wetting agents include a mixture of dialkyl naphthalene sulfonate, dialkyl sulfosuccinate, metal salt of alkyl sulfonate, metal salt of alkyl ether sulfonate, alpha olefin sulfonate, N-acyl N-alkyl taurate, linear alkyl benzene sulfonates, carboxylates, sulphates, metal salt of alkyl sulfate, phosphate esters, polyoxyethylene surfactants, ethoxylated alkyl phenols, ethoxylated aliphatic alcohols, anhydrosorbitol esters and cetyltrimethylammonium bromide.

[0254] According to an embodiment, the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition further comprisingwetting agent selected from the group comprising: ammonium lauryl sulfate, ammonium laureth sulfate, sodium lauryl sulfate, coco alklyl sulfate, sodium laureth sulfate, sodium lauryl sarcosinate, sodium myreth sulfate, sodium pareth sulfate, sodium stearte, sodium dodecyl sulfate, ethoxylated alkyl phenol sulfate, sodium fatty alcohol sulfate, sodium polyoxyethylene fatty alcohol ether sulfate, sodium alpha-olefin sulfonate, sodium dodecylbenzene sulfonate, sodium lauryl sulfonate, sodium dodecyl sulfonate, sodium lignosulfonate, magnesium stearate and the mixtures thereof.

[0255] According to an embodiment, the amount of a wetting agent present in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 0.1-6% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of a wetting agent present in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 0.5-5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of a wetting agent present in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 0.5-5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of a wetting agent present in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 1-3% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition. According to an embodiment, the amount of a wetting agent present in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 0.1%, 0.5%, 1%, 2%, 4%, 6% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0256] According to an embodiment, the concentration of the wetting agent in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from l-50g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the wetting agent in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 20g / kg. According to an embodiment, theconcentration of the wetting agent in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 15g / kg. According to an embodiment, the concentration of the wetting agent in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is lOg / kg.

[0257] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition to the wetting agent in the solid composition is from 70:1 to 70:2.

[0258] According to an embodiment, the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition to the wetting agent in the solid composition is from 70:1 to 70:5.

[0259] The term "antioxidating agent" as used herein refers to a chemical agent that is added to a composition so as to prevent or slow down cellular damage caused by free radicals Non-limiting examples of antioxidating agent include a mixture of antioxidating agents include but are not limited to clay, BHA, BHT, TBH, Propyl gallate, Sodium thiosulphate, Tocopherol, Pyrogallol and Epichlorohydrin.

[0260] According to an embodiment, the amount of the antioxidating agent present in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is 0.1%, 0.5%, 1%, 2% or 3% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0261] The term "anti-foaming agent" as used herein refers to a chemical agent that is added to a composition so as to prevent, attenuate, or counter foam generation in the solid composition. Generally, such agents have surface active properties, are insoluble in the foaming medium, easily spreadable on the foamy surface, possess affinity to the air-liquidsurface, and destabilize the foam lamellas which rupture the air bubbles and break down the surface foam.

[0262] Non-limiting examples of anti-foaming agents include a mixture of alkenes, C11-C12, hydroformylation products, low boiling, or a commercially available product comprising it such as Geronol AF 80; a mineral oil-based defoamer or a commercially available product comprising it such as Lucrafoam® PDT; a blend of special wax, hydrophobic silica, and mineral oil or a commercially available product comprising it such as DEE FO® 3010E / 50; a silicon emulsion or a commercially available product comprising it such as Silfoam® SE 47, Silfoam® SRE, Silcolapse® RG 12, Silcolapse® 432, Silcolapse®416, and SAG 1572; a polydimethyl siloxane emulsion or a commercially available product comprising it such as SAG IDE; or a silicone-based compound or a commercially available product comprising it such as Silcolapse™ 910 and Xiameter® ACP-1000, Rhodorsil® Antim EP 6703 polydimethylsiloxane.

[0263] According to an embodiment, the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition includes an anti-foaming agent, which is polydimethylsiloxane.

[0264] According to an embodiment, the amount of the anti-foaming agent present in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is from 0.1% to 3%, from 0.1% to 2%, from 0.1% to 1%, from 0.5% to 0.9%, or from 0.5% to 0.7%, by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0265] The term "attractant" as used herein refers to a chemical agent that is added to a composition so as to lure insects, pests, or other organisms toward a specific location Non-limiting examples of attractant include pheromone-based attractants such as Pherocon®, Trece® PHEROCON, food-based attractants such as BioLure®, Magnet® MED, Ceratrap®, Invict™ Xpress, visual attractants, kairomones.The term "repellent" as used herein refers to a chemical agent that is applied to plants, seeds, soil, or the environment to deter or discourage pests (such as insects) from approaching, landing on, feeding, or laying eggs on the treated area without killing them. Non-limiting examples of repellent include Neem Oil (Azadirachtin), Citronella Oil, Garlic Extract, DEET (N,N-Diethyl-meta-toluamide), Essential Oils (e.g., peppermint, eucalyptus, lemongrass).

[0266] Other ingredients, such as adhesives, neutralizers, sequestrates, biocides, stabilizers, preservatives or anti-freeze agents, may also be added to the present compositions in order to increase the stability, density, and viscosity of the described compositions. According to an embodiment, the composition is stored for 0 days at a temperature of 54°C. According to an embodiment, the composition is stored for 0 days at a temperature of 25°C. According to an embodiment, the composition is stored for 7 days at a temperature of 54°C. According to an embodiment, the composition is stored for 7 days at a temperature of 25°C. According to an embodiment, the composition is stored for 14 days at a temperature of 54°C. According to an embodiment, the composition is stored for 14 days at a temperature of 25°C.

[0267] According to an embodiment, the composition is stored at a temperature of between 20°C to 55°C.

[0268] According to an embodiment, the degradation of cartap in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is equal to or less than 5%, or 4.5%, or 4%, or 3%, or 2.5%, or 2% or 1%.

[0269] According to an embodiment, the degradation of cartap in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is less than 2%.

[0270] According to an embodiment, reduced degradation of cartap in the in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solidcomposition refers but is not limited to degradation of cartap in the solid composition after storage, equal to or less than 5%, or 4.5%, or 4%, or 3%, or 2.5%, or 2% or 1%. The present invention further provides an improved solid insecticidal composition comprising cartap and an additional insecticide selected from the group comprising chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, lambda-cyhalothrin, cypermethrin, acephate, malathion, fenitrothion, esfenvalerate, fenpropathrin, carbosulfan, fipronil, ethiprole, isocycloseram, acetamiprid, alpha-cypermethrin, beta-cypermethrin, wherein the improvement comprising a reduced amount of moisture and presence of pH adjuster for maintaining the pH of the composition after diluted in water at 25° C at less than 5.0. According to an embodiment, reduced amount of moisture refers to moisture content less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

[0271] According to an embodiment, improved solid insecticidal composition refers, but is not limited to the reduced degradation of the cartap in the solid composition after storage that equals to or less than 7%, 5%, or 4.5%, or 4%, or 3%, or 2.5%, or 2% or 1%.

[0272] According to an embodiment, the reduced degradation of cartap in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is equals to or less than 2%.

[0273] According to an embodiment, the percentage of degradation is calculated based on the percentage of cartap by weight, based on the total weight of the composition before and after storage.

[0274] According to an embodiment, the stable composition in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is a granular composition. According to an embodiment, the stable composition in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is a powder composition. According to an embodiment, the stable composition in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is a dispersible granules composition.According to an embodiment, the stable composition in the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition is a dispersible powder composition.

[0275] The solid insecticidal composition described herein may be mixed with water and / or fertilizers and may be applied to a desired locus by any means, such as by airplane spray tanks, knapsack spray tanks, farm equipment used in ground spraying (e.g., boom sprayers, hand sprayers), and the like. The desired locus may be soil, plants, water and the like.

[0276] The solid insecticidal composition described herein may be mixed with water and / or fertilizers and may be applied to a desired locus by scattering.

[0277] The present invention also provides a package comprising any one of the compositions described herein, wherein the package is appropriate for packaging the composition described herein.

[0278] According to an embodiment, the package impermeable to moisture.

[0279] The present invention also provides a package comprising any one of the compositions. described herein, wherein the package is impermeable to moisture. As used herein, the term "impermeable" when used to characterize a package means that the package is sufficiently impermeable to moisture such that the low reduced moisture content comprises in the solid composition contained in the package is not substantially changed when the package is exposed to humid air.

[0280] For example, the package may be made of aluminum metallized film laminates such as bilaminated aluminum pouch and tri-laminated aluminum pouch.

[0281] The present method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition may include additional crop protection agents, for example other insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, bactericides, nematicides, molluscicides, growth regulators, biological agents, fertilizers, or mixtures thereof. Whenused in conjunction with additional crop protection agents, the composition can be formulated with these co-agents, tank mixed with these co-agents or applied sequentially with these co-agents.

[0282] Further, the method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition herein may be used in conjunction with one or more other pesticides to control a wider variety of undesirable pests. In addition, the herein described composition may, optionally, be combined with or blended with other pesticide composition(s). This blend with pesticide composition(s) may be used to control pests in crops and non-crop environments.

[0283] According to an embodiment, the amount of cartap needed to achieve a level of insect control in the presence of the solid composition is reduced, compared to the amount of cartap when applied alone in a tank mix.

[0284] Processes of preparation for the compositions described herein

[0285] The present invention provides a process for preparing the stable composition as described herein.

[0286] The present invention provides a process for preparing of a solid insecticidal composition wherein the process comprising the steps of:

[0287] (a) preparing a premix of the cartap, optionally an additional insecticide selected from chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, lambda-cyhalothrin, cypermethrin, acephate, malathion, fenitrothion, esfenvalerate, fenpropathrin, carbosulfan, fipronil, ethiprole, isocycloseram, acetamiprid, alpha-cypermethrin, beta-cypermethrin, pH adjuster, agriculturally acceptable binder, agriculturally acceptable carrier, antifoam, and other agriculturally acceptable surfactant;

[0288] (b) milling the mixture to obtain powder;

[0289] (c) mixing the mixture from step (b) with hydrophobic silica;

[0290] (d) optionally drying the resulting mixture of step (c).According to an embodiment, the blend is milled to the required particle size of between 1 pm to 20pm.

[0291] According to an embodiment, the blend is milled to the required particle size less than 15pm.

[0292] The present invention provides a process for preparing of a solid insecticidal composition wherein the process comprising the steps of:

[0293] (a) preparing a premix of the cartap, optionally an additional insecticide selected from chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, lambda-cyhalothrin, cypermethrin, acephate, malathion, fenitrothion, esfenvalerate, fenpropathrin, carbosulfan, fipronil, ethiprole, isocycloseram, acetamiprid, alpha-cypermethrin, beta-cypermethrin, pH adjuster, agriculturally acceptable binder and agriculturally acceptable carrier, antifoam and other agrochemicals acceptable sufactant;

[0294] (b) milling the mixture of step (a) to obtain powder;

[0295] (c) charging water to the mixture of step (b) while mixing;

[0296] (d) extruding granules;

[0297] (e) drying the resulting mixture of step (d).

[0298] Drying methods may be but are not limited to a tray drying and fluid bed drying.

[0299] According to an embodiment, the powder is granulated to obtain granules.

[0300] According to an embodiment, the particle size of the obtained granules is between 1-20pm.

[0301] Accordingto an embodiment, the particle size of the obtained granules is less than 15pm.

[0302] Methods of applying the agrochemical composition of this present invention:

[0303] Another aspect of this invention comprising a method for controlling of pests comprising treating the infected crop with an effective amount of the present solid insecticidal composition.The composition can be applied as a pre-emergence or post emergence treatment. The subject invention also provides a method of controlling insect comprising:

[0304] (a) obtaining the solid insecticidal composition according the present invention; (b) applying the solid insecticide composition to a crop, a portion of a crop, an area or soil adjacent to an insect, and / or a seed of a crop so as to thereby control the insect. Methods include adding the solid insecticidal composition to a water and using the resulting composition containing the insecticidal the solid composition for spray applications to control insects in plant or plant propagation material thereof. By diluting the solid insecticidal composition in water, a dispersion or solution may be formed. The solid insecticidal composition described herein may be applied by scattering a granular composition of the present invention onto a soybean field, corn field, canola field, or cotton field or to an area or soil adjacent to an insect.

[0305] Effective application rates of the insecticidal composition cannot generally be defined, as it varies depending upon various conditions such as the type of insect, weather conditions, and nature of the soil.

[0306] In an embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition may be diluted in water in an amount of from 0.3L to 600L of the stable composition per 1000L of water. In a further embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition may be diluted in water in an amount of from IL to 300L of the stable composition per 1000L of water. In yet another embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition may be diluted in water in an amount of from 5L to 150L of the stable composition per 1000L of water.

[0307] According to an embodiment, the diluted solid insecticidal composition is applied at an amount from 0.1 liter / ha to 10 liter / ha.

[0308] According to an embodiment, the diluted solid insecticidal composition is applied at an amount from 0.2 liter / ha to 5 liter / ha.According to an embodiment, the infected crop treated with the present solid insecticidal composition, for the controlling of pests, is selected from the group comprising tomatoes, peppers, cabbage, broccoli, lettuce, spinach, cauliflower, cucurbits, melon, watermelon, cucumbers, carrots, onions, potatoes, tobacco, pome and stone fruits, walnuts, kiwi, berries, olive, almonds, pineapples, apples, pears, plums, peaches, and cherries, table and wine grapes, citrus fruit, such as oranges, lemons, grapefruits and limes, cotton, soybean, oil seed rape, tree nuts, wheat, barley, maize, sorghum, sunflower, peanuts, rice, pasture, corn, coffee, beans, peas, yucca, sugar cane, clover, chili and ornamentals such as roses. According to an embodiment, the infected crop treated with the solid insecticidal composition, for controlling of pests, is from the group comprising cotton, soybean, and corn.

[0309] In a specific embodiment, the infected crop treated with the present solid insecticidal composition, for the controlling of pests, is cotton.

[0310] In a specific embodiment, the infected crop treated with the present solid insecticidal composition, for the controlling of pests, is soybean.

[0311] In a specific embodiment, the infected crop treated with the present solid insecticidal composition, for the controlling of pests, is corn.

[0312] Another aspect of this invention comprising a method for protecting crop comprising treating the crop with effective amount of the present solid insecticidal composition in the absence of insecticidal pressure on said crop.

[0313] According to an embodiment, the crop treated with the present solid insecticidal composition in the absence of insecticidal pressure, is selected from the group comprising tomatoes, peppers, cabbage, broccoli, lettuce, spinach, cauliflower, cucurbits, melon, watermelon, cucumbers, carrots, onions, potatoes, tobacco, pome and stone fruits, walnuts, kiwi, berries, olive, almonds, pineapples, apples, pears, plums, peaches, and cherries, table and wine grapes, citrus fruit, such as oranges, lemons, grapefruits and limes, cotton, soybean, oil seed rape, tree nuts, wheat, barley, maize, sorghum,sunflower, peanuts, rice, pasture, corn, coffee, beans, peas, yucca, sugar cane, clover, chili and ornamentals such as roses.

[0314] According to an embodiment, the crop treated with the solid insecticidal composition in the absence of insecticidal pressure, is cotton.

[0315] According to an embodiment, the crop treated with the present solid insecticidal composition in the absence of insecticidal pressure, is soybean.

[0316] According to an embodiment, the crop treated with the present solid insecticidal composition in the absence of insecticidal pressure, is corn.

[0317] The present invention also relates to a method for controlling pests by contacting the pests or their food supply, habitat, breeding grounds or their locus with an effective amount of the solid insecticidal composition.

[0318] The present invention provides a method for controlling pests by contacting the pests or their food supply, habitat, breeding grounds or their locus with an effective amount of the solid insecticidal composition disclosed herein, so as to thereby control insects. The present invention provides a method of protecting plants from attack or infestation by pests comprising contacting the plant, or the soil or water in which the plant is growing, with an effective amount of the solid insecticidal composition disclosed herein, so as to thereby protecting plants from attack or infestation by said pests.

[0319] According to an embodiment, the target pests are selected from the Coleoptera order such as Acanthoscelides spp. (weevils), Acanthoscelides obtectus (common bean weevil), Agrilus planipennis (emerald ash borer), Agriotes spp. (wireworms), Anoplophora glabripennis (Asian longhorned beetle), Anthonomus spp. (weevils), Anthonomus grandis (boll weevil), Aphidius spp., Apion spp. (weevils), Apogonia spp. (grubs), Ataenius spretulus (Black Turgrass Ataenius), Atomaria linearis (pygmy mangold beetle), Aulacophore spp., Bothynoderes punctiventris (beet root weevil), Bruchus spp. (weevils), Bruchus pisorum (pea weevil), Cacoesia spp., Callosobruchus maculatus (southern cow pea weevil), Carpophilus hemipteras (dried fruit beetle), Cassida vittata, Cerosterna spp,Cerotoma spp. (chrysomeids), Cerotoma trifurcata (bean leaf beetle), Ceutorhynchus spp. (weevils), Ceutorhynchus assimilis (cabbage seedpod weevil), Ceutorhynchus napi (cabbage curculio), Chaetocnema spp. (chrysomelids), Colaspis spp. (soil beetles), Conoderus scalaris, Conoderus stigmosus, Conotrachelus nenuphar (plum curculio), Cotinus nitidis (Green June beetle), Crioceris asparagi (asparagus beetle), Cryptolestes ferrugineus (rusty grain beetle), Cryptolestes pusillus (flat grain beetle), Cryptolestes turcicus (Turkish grain beetle), Ctenicera spp. (wireworms), Curculio spp. (weevils), Cyclocephala spp. (grubs), Cylindrocpturus adspersus (sunflower stem weevil), Deporaus marginatus (mango leaf-cutting weevil), Dermestes lardarius (larder beetle), Dermestes maculates (hide beetle), Diabrotica spp. (chrysolemids), Epilachna varivestis (Mexican bean beetle), Faustinas cubae, Hylobius pales (pales weevil), Hypera spp. (weevils), Hypera postica (alfalfa weevil), Hyperdoes spp. (Hyperodes weevil), Hypothenemus hampei (coffee berry beetle), Ips spp. (engravers), Lasioderma serricorne (cigarette beetle), Leptinotarsa decemlineata (Colorado potato beetle), Liogenys futscus, Liogenys suturalis, Lissorhoptrus oryzophilus (rice water weevil), Lyctus spp. (wood beetles / powder post beetles), Maecolaspis joliveti, Megascelis spp., Melanotus communis, Meligethes spp., Meligethes aeneus (blossom beetle), Melolontha (common European cockchafer), Oberea brevis, Oberea linearis, Oryctes rhinoceros (date palm beetle), Oryzaephilus mercator (merchant grain beetle), Oryzaephilus surinamensis (sawtoothed grain beetle), Otiorhynchus spp. (weevils), Oulema melanopus (cereal leaf beetle), Oulema oryzae, Pantomorus spp. (weevils), Phyllophaga spp. (May / June beetle), Phyllophaga cuyabana, Phyllotreta spp. (chrysomelids), Phynchites spp., Popillia japonica (Japanese beetle), Prostephanus truncates (larger grain borer), Rhizopertha dominica (lesser grain borer), Rhizotrogus spp. (Eurpoean chafer), Rhynchophorus spp. (weevils), Scolytus spp. (wood beetles), Shenophorus spp. (Billbug), Sitona lineatus (pea leaf weevil), Sitophilus spp. (grain weevils), Sitophilus granaries (granary weevil), Sitophilus oryzae (rice weevil), Stegobium paniceum (drugstore beetle), Tribolium spp. (flour beetles), Tribolium castaneum (red flour beetle), Tribolium confusum (confused flour beetle), Trogoderma variabile (warehouse beetle) and Zabrus tenebioides.According to an embodiment, the target insect pests are selected from Diptera order, such as Aedes spp. (mosquitoes), Agromyza frontella (alfalfa blotch leafminer), Agromyza spp. (leaf miner flies), Anastrepha spp. (fruit flies), Anastrepha suspense / (Caribbean fruit fly), Anopheles spp. (mosquitoes), Batrocera spp. (fruit flies), Bactrocera cucurbitae (melon fly), Bactrocera dorsalis (oriental fruit fly), Ceratitis spp. (fruit flies), Ceratitis capitata (Mediterranea fruit fly), Chrysops spp. (deer flies), Cocliliomyia spp. (screwworms), Contarin la spp. (Gall midges), Culexspp. (mosquitoes), Dasineura spp. (gall midges), Dasineura brassicae (cabbage gall midge), Delia spp., Delia platura (seedcorn maggot), Drosophila spp. (vinegar flies), Fannia spp. (filth flies), Fannia canicularis (little house fly), Fannia scalaris (latrine fly), Gasterophilus intestinalis (horse bot fly), Gracillia perseae, Haematobia irritans (horn fly), Hylemyia spp. (root maggots), Hypoderma lineatum (common cattle grub), Liriomyza spp. (leafminer flies), Liriomyza brassica (serpentine leafminer), Melophagus ovinus (sheep ked), Musca spp. (muscid flies), Musca autumnalis (face fly), Musca domestica (house fly), Oestrus ovis (sheep bot fly), Oscinella frit (grass fly), Pegomyia betae (beet leafminer), Phorbia spp., Psila rosae (carrot rust fly), Rhagoletis cerasi (cherry fruit fly), Rhagoletis pomonella (apple maggot), Sitodiplosis mosellana (orange wheat blossom midge), Stomoxys calcitrans (stable fly), Tabanus spp. (horse flies) and Tipula spp. (crane flies).

[0320] According to an embodiment, the target insect pests are selected from Hemiptera order, such as Acrosternum hilare (green stink bug), Blissus leucopterus (chinch bug), Calocoris norvegicus (potato mirid), Cimex hemipterus (tropical bed bug), Cimex lectularius (bed bug), Dagbertus fasciatus, Dichelops furcatus, Dysdercus suturellus (cotton Stainer), Edessa meditabunda, Eurygaster maura (cereal bug), Euschistus heros, Euschistus servus (brown stink bug), Helopeltis antonii, Helopeltis theivora (tea blight plantbug), Lagynotomus spp. (stink bugs), Leptocorisa oratorius, Leptocorisa varicornis, Lygus spp. (plant bugs), Lygus hesperus (western tarnished plant bug), Maconellicoccus hirsutus, Neurocolpus longirostris, Nezara viridula (southern green stink bug), Paratrioza cockerelli, Phytocoris spp. (plant bugs), Phytocoris californicus, Phytocoris relativus, Piezodorus guildingi, Poecilocapsus lineatus (fourlined plant bug), Psallus vaccinicola, Pseudacystaperseae, Scaptocoris castanea and Triatoma spp. (bloodsucking conenose bugs / kissing bugs).

[0321] According to an embodiment, the target insect pests are selected from Homoptera order, such as Acrythosiphon pisum (pea aphid), Adelges spp. (adelgids), Aleurodes proletella (cabbage whitefly), Aleurodicus disperses, Aleurothrixus floccosus (woolly whitefly), Aluacaspis spp., Amrasca bigutella, Aphrophora spp. (leafhoppers), Aonidiella aurantii (California red scale), Aphis spp. (aphids), Aphis gossypii (cotton aphid), Aphis pomi (apple aphid), Aulacorthum solani (foxglove aphid), Bemisia spp. (whiteflies), Bemisia argentifolii, Bemisia tabaci (sweetpotato whitefly), Brachycolus noxius (Russian aphid), Brachycorynella asparagi (asparagus aphid), Brevennia rehi, Brevicoryne brassicae (cabbage aphid), Ceroplastes spp. (scales), Ceroplastes rubens (red wax scale), Chionaspis spp. (scales), Chrysomphalus spp. (scales), Coccus spp. (scales), Dysaphis plantaginea (rosy apple aphid), Empoasca spp. (leafhoppers), Eriosoma lanigerum (woolly apple aphid), Icerya purchasi (cottony cushion scale), Idioscopus nitidulus (mango leafhopper), Laodelphax striatellus (smaller brown planthopper), Lepidosaphes spp., Macrosiphum spp., Macrosiphum euphorbiae (potato aphid), Macrosiphum granarium (English grain aphid), Macrosiphum rosae (rose aphid), Macrosteles guadrilineatus (aster leafhopper), Mahanarva frimbiolata, Metopolophium dirhodum (rose grain aphid), Mictis longicornis, Myzus persicae (green peach aphid), Nephotettix spp. (leafhoppers), Nephotettix cinctipes (green leafhopper), Nilaparvata lugens (brown planthopper), Parlatoria pergandii (chaff scale), Parlatoria ziziphi (ebony scale), Peregrinus maidis (corn delphacid), Philaenus spp. (spittlebugs), Phylloxera vitifoliae (grape phylloxera), Physokermes piceae (spruce bud scale), Pianococcus spp. (mealybugs), Pseudococcus spp. (mealybugs), Pseudococcus brevipes (pine apple mealybug), Quadraspidiotus perniciosus (San Jose scale), Rhapalosiphum spp. (aphids), Rhapalosiphum maida (corn leaf aphid), Rhapalosiphum pad! (oat bird-cherry aphid), Saissetia spp. (scales), Saissetia oleae (black scale), Schizaphis graminum (greenbug), Sitobion avenae (English grain aphid), Sogatella furcifera (white-backed planthopper), Therioaphis spp. (aphids), Toumeyella spp. (scales), Toxoptera spp. (aphids), Trialeurodes spp. (whiteflies), Trialeurodes vaporariorum(greenhouse whitefly), Trialeurodes abutiloneus (bandedwing whitefly), Unaspis spp. (scales), Unaspis yanonensis (arrowhead scale) and Zulia entreriana.

[0322] According to an embodiment, the target insect pests are selected from Lepidoptera order, such as Achoea janata, Adoxophyes spp., Adoxophyes orana, Agrotis spp. (cutworms), Agrotis ipsilon (black cutworm), Alabama argillacea (cotton leafworm), Amorbia cuneana, Amyelosis transitella (navel orangeworm), Anacamptodes defectaria, Anarsia lineatella (peach twig borer), Anomis sabulifera (jute looper), Anticarsia gemmatalis (velvetbean caterpillar), Spodoptera frugiperda (all armyworm caterpillar), Archips argyrospila (fruittree leafroller), Archips rosana (rose leaf roller), Argyrotaenia spp. (tortricid moths), Argyrotaenia citrana (orange tortrix), Autographa gamma, Bonagota cranaodes, Borbo cinnara (rice leaf folder), Bucculatrix thurberiella (cotton leafperforator), Ca / opti lia spp. (leaf miners), Capua reticulana, Carposina niponensis (peach fruit moth), Chilo spp., Chlumetia transversa (mango shoot borer), Choristoneura rosaceana (obliquebanded leafroller), Chrysodeixis spp., Cnaphalocerus medinalis (grass leafroller), Colias spp., Conpomorpha cramerella, Cossus (carpenter moth), Crambus spp. (Sod webworms), Cydia funebrana (plum fruit moth), Cydia molesta (oriental fruit moth), Cydia nignicana (pea moth), Cydia pomonella (codling moth), Darna diducta, Diaphania spp. (stem borers), Diatraea spp. (stalk borers), Diatraea saccharalis (sugarcane borer), Diatraea graniosella (southwester corn borer), Earias spp. (bollworms), Earias insulata (Egyptian bollworm), Earias vitella (rough northern bollworm), Ecdytopopha aurantianum, Elasmopalpus lignosellus (lesser cornstalk borer), Epiphysias postruttana (light brown apple moth), Ephestia spp. (flour moths), Ephestia cautella (almond moth), Ephestia elutella (tobbaco moth), Ephestia kuehniella (Mediterranean flour moth), Epimeces spp., Epinotia aporema, Erionota thrax (banana skipper), Eupoecilia ambiguella (grape berry moth), Euxoa auxiliaris (army cutworm), Feltia spp. (cutworms), Gortyna spp. (stemborers), Grapholita molesta (oriental fruit moth), Hedylepta indicata (bean leaf webber), Helicoverpa spp. (noctuid moths), Helicoverpa armigera (cotton bollworm), Helicoverpa zea (bollworm / corn earworm), Heliothis spp. (noctuid moths), Heliothis virescens (tobacco budworm), Hellula undalis (cabbage webworm), Indarbela spp. (root borers), Keiferialycopersicella (tomato pinworm), Leucinodes orbonalis (eggplant fruit borer), Leucoptera malifoliella, Lithocollectis spp., Lobesia botrana (grape fruit moth), Loxagrotis spp. (noctuid moths), Loxagrotis albicosta (western bean cutworm), Lymantria dispar (gypsy moth), Lyonetia clerkella (apple leaf miner), Mahasena corbetti (oil palm bagworm), Malacosoma spp. (tent caterpillars), Mamestra brassicae (cabbage armyworm), Maruca testulalis (bean pod borer), Metisa plana (bagworm), Mythimna unipuncta (true armyworm), Neoleucinodes elegantalis (small tomato borer), Nymphula depunctalis (rice caseworm), Operophthera brumata (winter moth), Ostrinia nubilalis (European corn borer), Oxydia vesulia, Pandemis cerasana (common currant tortrix), Pandemis heparana (brown apple tortrix), Papilio demodocus, Pectinophora gossypiella (pink bollworm), Peridroma spp. (cutworms), Peridroma saucia (variegated cutworm), Perileucoptera coffeella (white coffee leafminer), Phthorimaea operculella (potato tuber moth), Phyllocnisitis citrella, Phyllonorycter spp. (leafminers), Pieris rapae (imported cabbageworm), Plathypena scabra, Plodia interpunctella (Indian meal moth), Plutella xylostella (diamondback moth), Polychrosis viteana (grape berry moth), Prays endocarpa, Prays oleae (olive moth), Pseudaletia spp. (noctuid moths), Pseudaletia unipunctata (armyworm), Pseudoplusia includens (soybean looper), Rachiplusia nu, Scirpophaga incertulas, Sesamia spp. (stemborers), Sesamia inferens (pink rice stem borer), Sesamia nonagrioides, Setora nitens, Sitotroga cerealella (Angoumois grain moth), Sparganothis pilleriana, Spodoptera spp. (armyworms), Spodoptera exigua (beet armyworm), Spodoptera fugiperda (fall armyworm), Spodoptera oridania (southern armyworm), Synanthedon spp. (root borers), Theda basilides, Thermisia gemmatalis, Tineola bisselliella (webbing clothes moth), Trichoplusia ni (cabbage looper), Tuta absoluta, Yponomeuta spp., Zeuzera coffeae (red branch borer) and Zeuzera pyrina (leopard moth). According to an embodiment, the target insect pests are selected from Orthoptera order, such as Anabrus simplex (Mormon cricket), Gryllotalpidae (mole crickets), Locusta migratoria, Melanoplus spp. (grasshoppers), Microcentrum retinerve (angularwinged katydid), Pterophylla spp. (kaydids), Chistocerca gregaria, Scudderia furcata (forktailed bush katydid) and Valanga nigricorni.According to an embodiment, the target insect pests are selected from Thysanoptera order, such as Frankliniellafusca (tobacco thrips), Caliothrips brasiliensis (soybean thrips), Frankliniella occidentalis (western flower thrips), Frankliniella shultzei, Frankliniella schultzei, Frankliniella williams! (corn thrips), Heliothrips haemorrhaidalis (greenhouse thrips), Riphiphorothrips cruentatus, Scirtothrips spp., Scirtothrips citri (citrus thrips), Scirtothrips dorsalis (yellow tea thrips), Taeniothrips rhopalantennalis and Thrips spp. According to an embodiment, the target insect pests are selected from Anthonomus grandis, Caliothrips brasiliensis, Frankliniella schultzei, Polyphagotarsonemus lattus, Tetranychus urticae, Bemisia tabaci or Lyriomiza spp, Spodoptera frugiperda, Helicoverpa armigera, Heliothis virescens, Spodoptera spp, Plusinae, Alabama argilacea.

[0323] According to an embodiment, the target insect pest is selected from Anthonomus grandis, Caliothrips brasiliensis, Frankliniella schultzei, Spodoptera frugiperda and Helicoverpa armigera.

[0324] In an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for controlling Anthonomus grandis in cotton.

[0325] In an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for controlling Spodoptera frugiperda and Helicoverpa armigera in cotton.

[0326] In an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for controlling Frankliniella schultzei in soybean.

[0327] In an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for controlling Caliothrips brasiliensis in corn.

[0328] In an embodiment, the present invention provides a method of using the insecticidal mixture for protecting cotton crop from Anthonomus grandis.

[0329] In an embodiment, the present invention provides a method of using the insecticidal mixture for protecting cotton crop from Spodoptera frugiperda and Helicoverpa armigera.In an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for protecting soybean crop from Frankliniella schultzei.

[0330] In an embodiment, the present invention provides a method for protecting corn crop from Caliothrips brasiliensis.

[0331] In an embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition is applied at an amount from 50g / ha to 5000g / ha, more particularly from 500g / ha to 3000g / ha.

[0332] In some embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition is applied at an amount from 500g / ha to 3000g / ha.

[0333] In some embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition is applied at an amount from 500g / ha to 1500g / ha.

[0334] In some embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition is applied at an amount from 500g / ha to lOOOg / ha.

[0335] In another embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition is applied at an amount of 3000g / ha.

[0336] In another embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition is applied at an amount of 1500g / ha.

[0337] In another embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition is applied at an amount of lOOOg / ha.

[0338] In another embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition is applied at an amount of 700g / ha.

[0339] In another embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition is applied at an amount of 500g / ha.

[0340] According to an embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition of the present invention may be applied pre-sowing or post-sowing, pre-emergence, or early-post-emergence of the crop. The solid insecticidal composition may be applied via in furrow spray, foliarapplication, broadcast, basal application, soil application, soil incorporation or soil injection where the crop is growing.

[0341] According to an embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition is an improved combination in that the amount of the b) an additional insecticide is effective to increase sensitivity of the insect to the amount of the a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts compared to the sensitivity of the insect to the amount of the a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts when it is applied not in combination with the amount of the b) an additional insecticide.

[0342] According to an embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition is an improved combination in that the amount of the a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts is effective to increase sensitivity of the insect to the amount of the b) an additional insecticide compared to the sensitivity of the insect to the amount of the b) an additional insecticide when it is applied not in combination with the amount of the a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts.

[0343] According to an embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition is an improved combination in that it prolonged the period of protection against insect infection and / or control of insect infection than when the amount of the b) an additional insecticide selected and the amount of the a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts are applied alone.

[0344] According to an embodiment, the amount of cartap needed to achieve a level of insect control in the presence of the b) an additional insecticide is reduced, compared to the amount of cartap when applied alone.

[0345] According to an embodiment, the amount of a) cartap needed to achieve a level of insect control in the presence the solid composition is reduced, compared to the amount of b) an additional insecticide and the amount of the a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts are applied alone.According to an embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition is an improved combination in that it reduces the amount of time needed to achieve a level of insect control compared to when the amount of the b) additional insecticide and the amount of the a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts are applied alone.

[0346] Another aspect of this invention comprising the use of the solid insecticidal composition for improvement of the health of a plant.

[0347] The present invention provides a method for improvement of the health of a plant of enhancing plant growth comprising applying an effective amount of the solid insecticidal composition disclosed herein to one or more plants, the locus thereof or propagation material thereof.

[0348] The present invention provides a method for improvement of the health of a plant of enhancing crop plants development and / or enhancing crop plants vigor and / or improving plant potential yield comprising applying an effective amount of the solid insecticidal composition disclosed herein to one or more plants, the locus thereof or propagation material thereof.

[0349] The present invention provides a method for improvement of the health of a plant of enhancing plant development comprising applying an effective amount of the solid insecticidal composition disclosed herein to one or more plants, the locus thereof or propagation material thereof so as to thereby enhance plant development.

[0350] The present invention provides a method for improvement of the health of a plant of enhancing buds system comprising applying an effective amount of the solid insecticidal composition disclosed herein to one or more plants, the locus thereof or propagation material thereof so as to thereby enhance the buds system.

[0351] The present invention provides a method for improvement of the health of a plant of enhancing flower system comprising applying an effective amount of the solid insecticidal composition disclosed herein to one or more plants, the locus thereof or propagation material thereof so as to thereby enhance the flower system.The present invention provides a method for improvement of the health of a plant of enhancing plant vigor comprising applying an effective amount of the solid insecticidal composition disclosed herein to one or more plants, the locus thereof or propagation material thereof so as to thereby enhance plant vigor.

[0352] The present invention provides a method for improvement of the health of a plant of enhancing knock-down activity and / or prolonged control comprising contacting the plant, or the soil or water in which the plant is growing, with an effective amount of the solid insecticidal composition disclosed herein so as to thereby enhance knock-down activity and / or prolonged control.

[0353] According to an embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition of the present invention is applied as a knock-down treatment.

[0354] According to an embodiment, the solid insecticidal composition of the present invention is applied to provide prolonged insecticidal control.

[0355] The present invention provides a method for regulating plant growth comprising applying an effective amount of the solid insecticidal composition disclosed herein to one or more plants, the locus thereof or propagation material thereof so as to thereby regulate plant growth.

[0356] The present invention provides a method for improving plant potential yield comprising applying an effective amount of the solid insecticidal composition disclosed herein to one or more plants, the locus thereof or propagation material thereof so as to thereby improve plant potential yield.

[0357] According to an embodiment, the use of the solid insecticidal composition increases the yield of the crop by at least about 5%.

[0358] According to an embodiment, the use of the solid insecticidal composition increases the yield of the crop by at least about 10%.According to an embodiment, the use of the solid insecticidal composition increases the yield of the crop by at least about 20%.

[0359] According to an embodiment, the use of the solid insecticidal composition increases the yield of the crop by at least about 25%.

[0360] EXAMPLES:

[0361] The following examples illustrate the practice of the present invention in some of its embodiments but should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention. Other embodiments will be apparent to one skilled in the art from consideration of the specification and examples. It is intended that the specification, including the examples, is considered exemplary only without limiting the scope and spirit of the invention. Table 1: Wettable Powder (WP) Composition of Cartap hydrochloride + Chlorfenapyr.

[0362] Composition # 2 3

[0363] Ingredient w / w% w / w% w / w% Chlorfenapyr 20.50 20.50 20.50 Cartap hydrochloride 50.80 50.80 50.80 Citric acid anydrous 3.15 3.15 3.15 Tartaric acid 4.40 4.40 4.40 Hydrophilic Silica (Aerosil 200) 4.00 4.00 4.00 Metasperse 550S 3.00 3.00 3.00 Alkyl sulphate (Ginopol 28P) 2.00 2.00 2.00 Hydrophobic silica (Aerosil R972) 2.00 1.00 1.00 Rhodorsil EP6703 0.75 0.75 0.75 Agrimer VA6 - 1.00 - Tannic acid - - 1.00 China Clay 9.40 9.40 9.40

[0364]

[0365] Total 100.00 100.00 100.00 *w / w% - weight-percent concentration

[0366] Table 2: Physicochemical parameters of Cartap hydrochloride + Chlorfenapyr WP at different conditions.Composition ft 3

[0367] 14 Days 14 Days 14 Days 14 Days 14 Days 14 Days (25 °C) (54 °C) (25 °C) (54 °C) (25 °C) iiiiil Active content, Chlorfenapyr 51.33 50.16 50.33 50.19 50.74 51.97 w / w % Cartap hydrochloride 21.19 20.79 20.38 20.49 21.09 21.24 Suspensibility Chlorfenapyr 99.45 100.23 99.88 100.15 99.93 99.82 (0.2%) Cartap hydrochloride 89.33 87.18 94.84 94.04 89.14 81.24 pH (1% aq. 2.85 2.87 2.93 2.94 2.92 2.96 Soln.)

[0368] Moisture 2 1.5 1.8 1.7 2.0 1.5

[0369]

[0370] content

[0371] 5

[0372] Table 3: Wettable Powder (WP) Composition of Cartap hydrochloride + Chlorfenapyr.

[0373] Composition # 4 5 e

[0374] Ingredient w / w% w / w% w / w% w / w% Chlorfenapyr 20.50 20.50 20.50 20.50 Cartap hydrochloride 50.50 50.50 50.50 50.50 Citric acid anhydrous 7.50 3.10 3.10 3.10 Tartaric acid - - 4.40 - Oxalic acid - 4.40 - - Ammonium sulphate - - - 4.40 Precipitated Silica (Mfil PS) 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 Metasperse 550S 2.90 2.90 2.90 2.90 Alkyl sulphate (Ginopol 28P) 1.60 1.60 1.60 1.60 Hydrophobic silica (Aerosil R974) 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 China Clay 11.00 11.00 11.00 11.00

[0375]

[0376] Total 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 *w / w% - weight-percent concentration

[0377] Table 4: Stability of Cartap hydrochloride + Chlorfenapyr WP at different conditions.

[0378] Cartap, w / w% Chlorfenapyr, w / w % Cartap degradation, % 25C, 0 25C, 7 54C, 7 25C, 0 25C, 7 54C, 7 25C, 0 25C, 7 54C, 7 iiiBii liOiii days days days liOii days 4 51.18 51.12 50.42 20.26 20.56 20.3 -1.35% -1.23% 0.16% 5 52.08 51.02 51.6 20.24 20.06 20.18 -3.13% -1.03% -2.18% 6 50.42 49.94 50.43 20.42 20.5 20.75 0.16% 1.11% 0.14%

[0379]

[0380] 7 49.97 50.23 49.58 19.77 19.92 20.21 1.05% 0.53% 1.82% *w / w% - weight-percent concentrationTable 5: Wettable Powder (WP) Composition of Cartap hydrochloride + Chlorfenapyr: Composition # 8 9 10 11 Ingredient w / w% w / w% w / w% w / w% Chlorfenapyr 18.50 18.50 20.50 20.50 Cartap hydrochloride 45.00 45.00 50.80 50.80 Citric acid anhydrous 8.00 12.00 - - Tartaric acid - - 8.00 - Oxalic acid - - - 8.00 Precipitated Silica (Mfil PS) 2.50 2.50 4.00 4.00 Hydrophilic Silica (Aerosil 200) - - - - Metasperse 550S 4.20 4.20 3.00 3.00 Alkyl sulphate (Ginopol 28P) 2.50 2.50 1.80 1.80 Hydrophobic silica (Aerosil R974) 7.68 1.60

[0381] China Clay 11.12 13.20 11.90 11.90

[0382]

[0383] Total 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 *w / w% - weight-percent concentration

[0384] Table 6: Stability of Cartap hydrochloride + Chlorfenapyr WP at different conditions. Composit Cartap Chlorfenapyr Cartap degradation, % ion ff

[0385] 25 C, 0 25 C, 7 54C, 7 25C, 0 25C, 7 54C, 7 25 C, 0 25 C, 7 54C, 7 111111111 days days days 111111111 days iiiiiiiii days days 8 44.56 45.03 45.08 18.47 18.34 18.72 2.06% 0.81% 0.92% 9 47.9 45.87 46.83 18.67 18.62 18.72 -3.19% 1.18% -0.88% 10 51.01 50.22 51.39 20.58 20.27 20.58 -0.41% 1.14% -1.16%

[0386]

[0387] 11 51.13 50.35 51.51 20.30 19.91 20.35 -0.65% 0.89% -1.40%

[0388] Table 7: Water Dispersible Granule (WDG) composition of Cartap hydrochloride + Chlorfenapyr:

[0389] Composition # 12a 12b 13 14 IS Ingredient w / w% w / w% w / w% w / w% w / w% Chlorfenapyr 20.50 20.50 20.50 20.50 20.50 Cartap hydrochloride 51.00 51.00 51.00 51.00 51.00 Citric acid anhydrous - 3.15 3.15 3.15 3.15 Tartaric acid - 4.40 4.40 4.40 4.40 Metasperse 550S 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Alkyl sulphate (Ginopol 28P) 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50

[0390]

[0391] Agrimer VA6 3.00 1.00 3.00 3.00 3.00Polyvinylpyrrolidone crosslinked - - - 2.00 4.00 Lactose Monohydrate 23.0 17.45 15.45 13.45 11.45

[0392]

[0393] Total 100 100 100 100 100.00 *w / w% - weight-percent concentration

[0394] Table 8: Stability of water dispersible granule (WDG) at different conditions.

[0395] Cartap, w / w% Chlorfenapyr, Cartap degradation,

[0396] w / w% w / w% composition 14 days 14 days 14 days 14 days 14 days 14 days

[0397] (25 °C) (54 °C) (25 °C) (54 °C) (25aC) (54 °C)

[0398] 12a 47.32 47.15 19.96 19.84 7% 8% 12b 51.13 50.74 20.07 20.2 0% 1% 13 50.36 49.21 20.09 20.19 1% 4% 14 52.57 52.99 20.38 20.67 -3% -4%

[0399] 52.9 53.27 20.26 20.49

[0400]

[0401] 15 -4% -4%

[0402] *w / w% - weight-percent concentration

[0403] Table 9: Comparative Wettable Powder (WP) composition of Cartap hydrochloride + Chlorfenapyr:

[0404] Composition # 16 17 18 19 Ingredient w / w% w / w% w / w% Chlorfenapyr 20.50 20.50 20.50 20.50 Cartap hydrochloride 50.50 50.50 50.50 50.50 Citric acid anhydrous - 3.00 5.00 - Magnesium carbonate - - - 6.40 Precipitated Silica (Mfil PS) 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 Metasperse 550S 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 Alkyl sulphate (Genopol 28P) 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 China Clay 18.00 15.00 13.00 11.60

[0405]

[0406] Total 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 *w / w% - weight-percent concentration

[0407] Table 10: Stability of comparative wettable powder (WP) compositions at different conditions.

[0408] Composition # Cartap, % w / w Chlorfenapyr, % w / w Cartap degradation, % conditions 25C, 0 25C, 7 54C, 7 25C, 0 25C, 7 54C, 7 25C, 0 25C, 7 54C, 7 days days days days days days days days days

[0409]

[0410] 16 47.51 44.27 40.87 20.93 20.84 21.14 4.98% 11.46% 18.26%17 48.12 43.81 40.32 20.86 20.37 20.98 3.76% 12.38% 19.36% 18 47.78 42.66 40.06 21.16 20.59 20.74 4.44% 14.68% 19.88% 19 48.04 42.05 38.82 21.04 20.37 20.83 3.92% 15.90% 22.36%

[0411]

[0412] *w / w% - weight-percent concentration

[0413] Stability results:

[0414] In the experiments, the pH values were maintained within the range of 3.0-2.5 (pH, recorded as 1% Aq. suspension)

[0415] In Table 2, the weight-percent concentration of the cartap and chlorfenapyr in compositions 1, 2 and 3 were measured after 14 days storage at 25°C and 54°C. The compositions were found to be stable with no degradation of cartap or chlorfenapyr.

[0416] In Table 4, the weight-percent concentrations of cartap and chlorfenapyr in compositions 4, 5, 6, and 7 were measured after storage periods of 0 days and 7 days at temperatures of 25°C and 54°C. The results show that there was no degradation of cartap in any of the compositions.

[0417] In Table 6, the weight-percent concentrations of cartap and chlorfenapyr in compositions 8, 9, 10, and 11 were measured after storage periods of 0 days and 7 days at temperatures of 25°C and 54°C. The results show that there was no degradation of cartap in any of the compositions.

[0418] In Table 10, comparative compositions are displayed. The weight-percent concentrations of cartap and chlorfenapyr in compositions 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 and 21 were measured after storage periods of 0 days and 7 days at temperatures of 25°C and 54°C. The results show that significant degradation of cartap of between 3.76% to 22.36% was observed.

[0419] General Preparation procedure for solid insecticidal composition of this present invention:Preparation procedure for WP composition:

[0420] 1. Premix of a) cartap and b) an additional insecticide with wetting agent, antifoam, anticaking agents, binding agent, pH adjuster and carrier were mixed in a preblender for 30min.

[0421] 2. The premix was micronized in airjet mill and the mixture was post mixed in blender for 30 min to lhr to attain homogeneity of powder.

[0422] 3. Optionally, the cartap technical, and / or portion of hydrophilic anticaking agent / carrier and / or hydrophobic anticaking agent / carrier that were not included in the premix (step-1) and added later in step-2 during postmixing in blender.

[0423] 4. Drying the resulting mixture of step 2 or 3.

[0424] 5. Sample was sent for analysis and the composition was stored in a designated container.

[0425] Preparation procedure for WDG composition:

[0426] 6. Premix of a) cartap and b) an additional insecticide with wetting agent, antifoam, binding agent, pH adjuster and carrier were mixed in a pre-blender for 30min.

[0427] 7. The premix was micronized in air jet mill and post mix the mixture in blender for 30 min to 1 hour to attain homogeneity of powder.

[0428] 8. Optionally, the cartap technical was not included in the premix (step-1) and added later in step-2 during postmixing in blender.

[0429] 9. The powder resultant was transfer to a sigma mixer and the required quantity of water was charged to the powder under mixing to form extrudable dough.

[0430] 10. The granules were extruded through extruder and dried in fluid bed drier to obtain moisture of less than 2%.

[0431] 11. Sample was sent for analysis and the composition was stored in a designated container.

Claims

CLAIMS:

1. A solid insecticidal composition comprising:a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts;b) optionally an additional insecticide;and c) pH adjuster;wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

2. A solid insecticidal composition comprising:a) an effective amount of cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts;b) an additional insecticide; andc) pH adjuster;wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

3. The solid insecticidal composition according to any one of claims 1-2, wherein the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide in the solid composition is from 40% to 90% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

4. The solid insecticidal composition according to any one of claims 1-3, wherein the amount of the a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts in the solid composition is from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

5. The solid insecticidal composition according to any one of claims 1-4, wherein the amount of the b) additional insecticide in the solid composition is from 10% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

6. The solid insecticidal composition according to any one of claims 1-5, wherein the additional insecticide is selected from the group consisting of chlorfenapyr, bifenthrin, tau-fluvalinate, lambda-cyhalothrin, cypermethrin, acephate,malathion, fenitrothion, esfenvalerate, fenpropathrin, carbosulfan, fipronil, ethiprole, isocyclosera m, acetamiprid, alpha-cypermethrin, beta-cypermethrin, zeta-cypermethrin, profenophos, methomyl, pymetrozine, beta-cyfluthrin, tolfenpyrad, diafenthiuron, lufenuron, deltametrin, sulfur, etofenprox, thiamethoxam, gamma-cyhalothrin, and the mixture thereof.

7. A solid insecticidal composition comprising:a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts in amount of from 40% to 60% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition;b) optionally chlorfenapyr in amount of from about 10% to about 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition;c) pH adjuster;wherein the moisture content in said solid composition is less than 5% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition and the pH at 25° C after dilution with water, is less than 5.0.

8. The solid insecticidal composition according to any of claims 1-7, wherein the c) pH adjuster is at least one carboxylic acids selected from the group comprising: acetic acid, ethanoic acid, propionic acid, butyric acid, benzoic acid, glycolic acid, citric acid, lactic acid, malic acid, maleic acid, mandelic acid, hydroxy acid, alpha hydroxy acid, beta hydroxy acid, omega hydroxy acid, fumaric acid, tartaric acid, succinic acid, oxalic acid, ascorbic acid.

9. The solid insecticidal composition according to any one of claims 1-8, wherein the amount of the c) pH adjuster in the solid composition is from 1% to 10% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

10. The solid insecticidal composition according to any of claims 1-9, wherein the c) pH adjuster is selected from citric acid, tartaric acid and oxalic acid, and the mixtures thereof.

11. The solid insecticidal composition according to any one of claims 1-10, wherein the weight ratio of total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and the b) additional insecticide to the pH adjuster is from 90:1 to 4:1.

12. The solid insecticidal composition according to any of claims 1-11, wherein the composition further comprising an agriculturally acceptable binder and agriculturally acceptable carrier.

13. The solid insecticidal composition according to claim 12, wherein the agriculturally acceptable binder is solid or liquid.

14. The solid insecticidal composition according to any of claims 12-13, wherein the agriculturally acceptable binder is selected from the group consisting of carbohydrates, gelatin, synthetic polymers and the mixtures thereof.

15. The solid insecticidal composition according to any claims 12-14, wherein the agriculturally acceptable binder is carbohydrate selected from the group comprising sucrose, lactose, dextrin, starch, alginic acid, cellulose, gum and the mixtures thereof.

16. The solid insecticidal composition according to any claims 12-15, wherein the agriculturally acceptable binder is selected from the group comprising polyvinyl pyrrolidones, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, polyvinyl acetate, polystyrenes, polyacrylic acid polymers, polyacrylate-polymethacrylate copolymer and the mixtures thereof.

17. The solid insecticidal composition according to any one of claims 12-16, wherein the amount of the agriculturally acceptable binder is from 1% to 20% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

18. The solid insecticidal composition according to any one of claims 12-17, wherein the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide to the agriculturally acceptable binder in the solid composition is from 90:1 to 4:2.

19. The solid insecticidal composition according to claim 12, wherein the agriculturally acceptable carrier is China clay, kaolin, silica, bentonite, clay, silicate, phyllosilicate, talc, mica, montmorillonite, tectosilicate, zeolite.

20. The solid insecticidal composition according to any one of claims 12 and 19, wherein the agriculturally acceptable carrier in the solid composition is from 5% to 30% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.

21. The solid insecticidal composition according to any one of claims 12 and 19-20, wherein the weight ratio of the total amount of a) cartap or its agriculturally acceptable salts and b) the additional insecticide to the agriculturally acceptable carrier is from 18:1 to 4:3.

22. The solid insecticidal composition according to any of claims 1-21, wherein the composition further comprising a dispersing agent, and / or wetting agent, and / or antioxidating agent, and / or anti-foaming agent, and / or synergists, and / or photostabilizer, and / or sticker, and / or water soluble fertilizers, and / or dyes, and / or attractants, and / or repellents, and / or sensitizers.

23. A method for reducing the degradation of cartap, wherein the method comprises preparation of solid composition according to any of claims 1-22, and the degradation of cartap in said composition is less than 5% per weight after 14 days at 25 °C.

24. A method for controlling and / or preventing pests' infestation in crop comprising applying an effective amount of the solid insecticidal composition according to any one of claims 1-22 to a locus where the pest is to be controlled and / or prevented so as to thereby control and / or prevent the pest.

25. The method according to claim 24, wherein said insect is at least one of Anthonomus grandis, Helicoverpa armigera, Heliothis virescens, Spodoptera spp, Caliothrips brasiliensis, Frankliniella occidentalis, Polyphagotarsonemus lattus, Tetranychus urticae, Bemisia tabaci, Plusinae, Alabama argilacea, Lyriomiza spp, Spodoptera frugiperda.

26. The method according any one of claims 24-25, wherein the solid insecticidal composition is applied to a crop selected from the group comprising soybean, corn, canola, and cotton.

27. The method according to any one of claims 24-26, wherein the solid insecticidal composition according to any one of claims 1-22 is applied at an amount from 500g / ha to 3000g / ha.

28. The method according to any one of claims 24-27, wherein the solid insecticidal composition according to any one of claims 1-22 is diluted with water in an amount of from 0.3L to 600L of the stable composition per 1000L of water and applied at an amount from 0.1 liter / ha to 10 liter / ha.

29. A process for preparing of a solid insecticidal composition according to any of claim 1-22, as wettable powder (WP), comprising the steps of:(a) preparing a premix of the cartap, and optionally an additional insecticide, with wetting agent, dispersing agent, antifoam, binding agent, pH adjuster and carrier; (b) milling the mixture to obtain powder;(c) drying the resulting mixture.

30. A process for preparing of a solid insecticidal composition according to any of claim 1-22 as water dispersible granular composition (WDG), comprising the steps of:(a) preparing a premix of the cartap, and optionally an additional insecticide, with wetting agent, dispersing agent, antifoam, binding agent, pH adjuster and carrier;(b) milling the mixture to obtain powder;(c) charging water to the mixture while mixing;(d) extruding granules from the mixture;(e) drying the resulting mixture.

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